Declutter - Atychiphobia

Have you ever been so afraid of failing at something that you undermined your own efforts in order to avoid a more serious failure? This is for you.

Many of us have probably encountered this at least once in our lives. The fear of failure can cause us to do nothing and thus resist moving forward; when we allow the fear to consume us, we will halt our progress in life. 

First and foremost, we must understand the concept of failure, specifically what "failure" means. We all define failure differently, and we all have our own benchmarks, values, and beliefs. In reality, failure is the best learning experience for anyone who is willing to learn; it is as simple as that. To be honest, I fail far more often than most people. The majority of my plans, dreams, and thoughts die long before anyone else is aware of it. They die frequently. Despite all of the unfinished projects and failed businesses, my goal is to live life fully on my own terms; after all, all we need is to live. Right!?

There is always reason to hope. None of the true heroes of the past would have made history if they had been frozen by failure. Maybe I sound like a preacher, but you might agree.

Everyone has subconsciously assumed that our biggest idea will work well and that we will be successful among all those who have underestimated and defaced it, despite the fact that it will most likely fail. It feels like the first step towards your pessimism being proven correct! Some of you don't even understand the difference between fear of failure and how you can experience fear, a reluctance to try new things, or a refusal to participate in challenging projects. 

Some of these behaviours lead to self-sabotage, procrastination, anxiety, and other previously discussed topics. Some will only do what they believe they understand better and more perfectly. These will have a thought like "I'll be on the safer side and do things that I know perfectly" This will undoubtedly lead to laziness.

It is critical to understand that there is always a chance that we will fail at something. Taking that chance and appreciating it is not only courageous, but it also leads to a more fulfilling and rewarding life. Always learn to look at the worst-case scenario, think positively, and grow. The most important factor is whether you move forward or restrain yourself. Consider those short-term goals as "early wins" that will boost your confidence. Try to think of your goals as small steps towards much larger goals.

There should be goals, whether they are short or long term.

Everyone is exposed to the overwhelming value of failure; after all, the fear of failing at something only causes stress and anxiety. Keep moving forward and don't get overwhelmed. Remember that you are not alone, no matter what you are going through. You are loved, and there is no reason to feel ashamed for seeking a helping hand or perhaps a mind.