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DEALING WITH THE FEAR OF FAILURE

There are several ways to overcome the fear of failure:

Reframe your thoughts: Instead of focusing on the negative consequences of failure, think about the positive opportunities that can come from it, such as learning and growth.

Set realistic goals: Break down larger goals into smaller, manageable tasks and focus on making progress rather than achieving perfection.

Learn from failure: Instead of dwelling on your mistakes, use them as a learning opportunity to improve in the future.

Practice mindfulness: Take time to be present in the moment and focus on your thoughts and feelings without judgement.

Seek support: Talk to a friend or therapist about your fears and work through them together.

Change your environment : Sometimes, changing the surroundings or the way you approach things can also change the way you feel about it.

Take action : The more you face your fear, the more you will realize that it was not as bad as you thought it would be.

Reward yourself: Give yourself a reward for taking a step towards facing your fear.

Remember, failure is a natural part of life and is not a reflection of your worth as a person. Embrace it and learn from it, and you'll be more likely to achieve your goals


Posted on 25-01-2023.
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This article was authored by Simon Njoroge
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