Action Cures Fear

Action Cures Fear

Fear can be numbing and stop us in our tracks. There is only one sure way to cure fear and that's by taking action. Doing something, anything, is better than doing nothing and allowing the fear to paralyze us. Fear is a messenger and is sent to us to remind us to pay attention. Fear can be a positive thing that will heighten our awareness and support us in spotting danger. But, fear can also be dangerous and it can freeze us into inaction and keep us from pursuing our dreams and desires. The only way around fear is through it. We must face the fear and keep on going. To conquer fear and actually use it, we need to get into action. Given the opportunity, fear will move us forward and help us achieve our goals, if we will allow it.

When fear creeps in, keep on moving. Action will overcome fear, but only if we stay in action. Don't let fear stop you. Let it move you forward. When you feel the fear, ask what it is trying to tell you. Perhaps the fear brings with it a message to be careful or try a new direction. Don't let the fear stop you, let it steer you in the right direction. When you feel the fear, take the action that the fear is directing you towards and keep on moving.

Coaching

Fear is our friend. You can use it to move you forward. Fear can paralyze you or push you forward. The choice is yours. When you feel the fear, stay in action, keep on moving and don't let it stop you. Action will cure fear and actually will help you to move forward. Keep on moving even in the face of fear. As long as you stay in action, you will be able to deal with the fear and perhaps even learn from it.

Coaching Question

Are you letting fear stop you?

Coaching Challenge

Where in your life is fear stopping you? Write down one action you could take right now. Create a plan to take the action and take that action within the next 24 hours. Use the fear to move you forward. By taking action, you will take control of the fear and the fear will become your friend instead of your foe. Face the fear and move through it.

Daily Success Formula

Action = Conquering for Fear

Quotes

"Boldness can mask great fear." Marcus Annaeus Lucanus

"Commit yourself to a dream. Nobody who tries to do something great but fails is a total failure. Why? Because he can always rest assured that he succeeded in life's most important battle, he defeated his fear of trying." Robert Schuller

"Courage is a special kind of knowledge: the knowledge of how to fear what ought to be feared and how not to fear what ought no to be feared." Plato