How To Spark Your Zeal When You Feel Afraid
Let's talk about something this week that I know we ALL face but often shy away from discussing: fear.
That heart-pounding, palm-sweating feeling that can stop us dead in our tracks. The fight-or-fight feeling like you're about to face a lion when really all you have to do is have a 1:1 with your manager.
Maybe it's the fear of taking that leap into a new career, starting that passion project, or maybe it's simply being vulnerable with someone we care about.
Remember when you were a kid, and you faced your fears by imagining yourself as a superhero? It's time to dust off that cape because that fearless, zealous hero is still inside you!
“Sometimes all you need is 20 seconds of insane courage…just literally 20 seconds of just embarrassing bravery and I promise you something great will come of it.”
Benjamin Mee
But how do we access that inner hero when fear has us in its grip? It starts with acknowledging the fear.
That's right- look it straight in the eye and say,
"I see you."
Because the moment we shine a light on our fears, they start to lose their power over us.
“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little death that brings obliteration. I will face my fear and I will permit it to pass over me and through me.”
Frank Herbert
Imagine writing a love letter to your fear. Sounds crazy, right? Hear me out…
What if you could transform that fear into fuel for your dreams? Not all fear is a bad thing. It's a gift from our ancestors and intuition that helps keep us safe and make good decisions.
This isn't about ignoring your fears or pretending they don't exist. It's about embracing them, learning from them, and using them to propel you forward. It's about rekindling that spark within you, even when – especially when – you feel afraid.
Remember, dear friend, fear and excitement often feel the same in our bodies. So the next time you feel that flutter in your stomach, ask yourself: "What if this isn't fear... but anticipation of something wonderful?"
You've got this. Your zeal is there, waiting to be ignited. And sometimes, all it takes is a love letter to the very thing that scares you to fan those flames.
Once you tRansform your fear into your superpower- you will be UNSTOPPABLE.
