Fear Of Failure

Fear of failure is one of the biggest fears most of us face. When this particular fear takes hold in a team situation, people tend to become almost totally inhibited in their actions, terrified that they might become the one who makes the mistake that costs the match!

Yet when fear of failure is removed from the equation, the fear of making mistakes disappears. When that particular inhibition is removed, some amazing things can happen.

Here’s a story that’s a perfect example of what I mean…

How to Overcome Fear of Mistakes: One Coach’s Story « The Talent …

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The one problem I have on my team is having the athletes get over the fear of making a mistake. We do great in practice, but during a tournament, the more “important” the game, the more they regress to predictable, safe …

Fear Of Rejection

Another great stumbling block is fear of rejection, yet in effect it’s an extension of fear of failure. If you mess up the interview you’ll fail and be rejected. If that girl rejects your invitation you’ve failed to make a date….

Yet some of the most well known people in history had to face rejection before they achieved the success that made them a household name. Rejection doesn’t have to be the end of the world unless you let it.

Here’s a great article with some prime examples of ‘rejects’ who came good. Take a look, you must just get a surprise or two.

How to Overcome Your Fear of Rejection

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Have you been rejected? Peep this article to find out why you’re heading down the right path.

So there you have it. Fear can affect our behaviour in so many ways, but you shouldn’t let it rule your life. Surely it’s best to face the fear and accept you’re going to fail sometimes whatever you do. Just remember those examples above who failed their way to success!