Final Thoughts Bravery was never really about having absolutely no fears. Despite your fear of failure, you embrace your mistakes so you can learn from it. Despite your fear of disappointment, you take the risk anyway. Bravery was never about indifference or being the best person in the room. Share your comments below:. Skip to content Search for:. Personal Growth. You do not have to prove anything well, maybe to yourself.
People who truly care for you will respect your decisions and will not push you to an uncomfortable situation. Know your strengths, goals, and values. Deep knowledge of yourself will help you confront stressful situations.
Remember that time you climbed the tall mountain, asked for a raise, or had a heart to heart talk with that special person? Think about the times you have been able to break free from your fears. Those moments where you have felt powerful, invulnerable, on the top of the world. The more you think about those proud moments, the more fearless you are going to feel. Repeat after me: it is fine to ask for help.
Open up and accept help. For example, I was once hesitant about a caving excursion in Belize. The representative kindly answered my questions and I decided to take the excursion.
I calmed down and was able to enjoy it. That is why I suggested asking for details. That is how you can separate what is real from what is not. You may have given birth oh my , raised your children, been an excellent daughter, or helped others.
These do not sound that exciting but they actually are!!! A lot of cowards out there turn their back at the ones who need them most. So you are stronger than you think because life has ways to get out the best in you.
Always remember that. Turning your Dreams into Reality. What has helped you to confront your fears? What are your tips on how to be brave? Let me know in the comments section below. I also believe that with the right attitude, preparation and determination you can do anything you want to achieve. So always try to achieve your dreams and goals, show the right determination and go for it, sometimes it will go well and sometimes will fall on your nose.
Stand up again, get a new plan and go for it. Marco, Thanks for stopping by. I identify with a lot of the examples you have presented. Thanks for being so honest and giving us your thoughts on how to achieve our dreams and hopes. U r a great person. I will also follow as a role model to change my life to a better tomorow.
Thank you again. I try to use 2 quite frequently, trying to use my fears to my advantage as a way to execute new ideas and make new decisions. Mark, You use a great way to minimize your fears. Sometimes fear help us to focus and develop new ways of thinking. Usually, when I am stressed out and scared, I try to breath and calm down.
Learn how to challenge -- in an effective, constructive and life-giving way -- what's feels wrong to you, in your life and work. Challenge and revise what no longer works. And learn how to take on the haters without becoming a hater yourself. Only when we bravely challenge what is wrong, unjust, and hateful in the world, can we transform it. Tip: What do you need to challenge today? Challenge it this week.
Finally, we all deeply desire love -- to be honored, cherished, respected and nurtured at both work and home , and to give abundant love in return.
But to be loved and share love, we have to love ourselves without fail, with bravery, acceptance and forgiveness. And we need to heal and transform that which is unloving and unrelenting. This is a BETA experience. You may opt-out by clicking here. More From Forbes. Nov 11, , am EST. Nov 10, , pm EST. Nov 10, , am EST. Nov 9, , pm EST. Edit Story. Jun 15, , pm EDT. I cover career, executive and personal growth, leadership and women's issues.
Tweet This. Photo Courtesy: iStock. If you fail, don't curl up into a ball or head to a metaphorical corner. Instead, keep moving forward. You can conquer your fears by learning to deal with life's uncertainties. If you fear losing your home to a foreclosure, set up an emergency savings account. If you fear losing your spouse to another person or losing your client, figure out what it takes to keep them.
Continue to grow by constantly trying to learn and improve your skills. Take all opportunities learn a new skill. Read top thought leaders books and read everything you can about your industry. The more you know the less risk you have to take to be successful. Stay on the course even after confronting challenges and fears. Instead of hiding face what lies ahead.
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