Its impossible to achieve greatness without embracing fear. While fear or failure may lie beyond the confines of comfort, reaching to new heights requires risk. The choice is this: subsist in mediocrity or push past fear and have the life you want.
Rising above the fear means having courage. Its having the power to let go and forge ahead into new territory. My friend Jay is in the process of purchasing his first home. I could tell this was a big decision for him and the look on his face spoke volumes. After much thought and prayer, he did it! Now he is on cloud nine and should be. This is a good move for him.
A show of courage inspires others. It makes people want to follow you. Leadership is the expression of courage that compels people to do the right thing. Fear limits a leader. Courage opens doors and its wonderful! It provides not only a good beginning but a better future. Eleanor Roosevelt said "You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face."
To improve courage, do the following. Go and do something that is out of your comfort zone. Skydive, speak in front of a group, run a marathon, or some other activity. If fear lies in a relationship, talk to that person. Spend time with that person by speaking the truth with love and respect. Finally, take a giant step. Maybe its a career move, or a new relationship. Take the time to really look at it. You might want to talk to a mentor or trusted friend to help think it through.
A courageous act often brings unexpected positive results. Whats yours?
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