Fear Talked Me Out Of So Much Life
But I’m living now
I used to live mostly from a place of fear. If something was scary, I’d hesitate. If there was a chance of failure, I’d decline. I’d overthink it. I doubt it. And ultimately I’d miss out. I try not to beat myself up too much for the things I let fear talk me out of-I try to give myself grace and change it in the here and NOW — where I can control it.
I made a choice a few years ago that I was going to start saying yes more. I promised myself that I was going to start trusting myself and letting my intuition lead.
I’m not perfect at it, but this was maybe the best decision I’ve made in my life. It has brought me some of the best things in my life. When I was scared to love someone again, I said yes anyway and found an amazing, supportive, and patient partner who loved me through all of my growing pains. When I was filled with self-doubt about a new business that I stumbled across, I said yes anyway.
I have built it, but it’s also built me. It’s connected me with some incredible people that have become dear friends. It’s given me independence, financial security, adventure, laughter, and purpose, and has helped me grow so much as a person. When I’ve been scared to put myself out there and connect with new people, and I’ve pushed through that fear, I’ve found some amazing friends who have helped me grow and have taught me so much about life.
I’ve learned more about myself in the past few years than I ever have. I’ve made many of my favorite memories and met or reconnected with some of my new favorite people. Letting fear hold you back is a choice. It’s a choice that keeps you small and holds you back. When you choose to say yes, a whole new world opens up.
What would you say yes to if you weren’t afraid?
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