This is pretty common, right? You have an impetus or drive to dive into something new. Maybe you’ve taken on a new role. Or you’re learning a new skill. But you’re scared… Of messing upBeing made to look foolishGetting rejectedNot doing as well as othersBeing uncomfortableGetting in over your headLosing credibilityLosing something else you value (eg time)I’m sure […]
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The deadline is looming. It’s a big one, and it’s starting to play on your mind. But still, you can’t get moving on the task. You open your laptop or place yourself where you need to be, and crickets. Your phone is close by so you pick it up and start idly flicking through your feed. Then, you […]
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You’ve done brilliantly in your career so far. Had plaudits, promotions, payrises. And yet, there’s this lingering feeling ‘I might be found out.’ Or perhaps you’ve done really well, but had a knock back and it’s shaken your confidence about really ‘deserving’ the position you’re in. You know how it goes. You start thinking… ‘What if I can’t show […]
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It’s really normal to evaluate yourself against others. To start exploring the question, ‘how am I doing compared to my peers?’ It may be where they have got to materially. Or in terms of status. Or their family / relationship situation. I was reflecting on this today with my wife. I was comparing myself to my friends. […]
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