Fear avoidance

I wanted to share some thoughts on a topic that has been on my mind lately—fear avoidance in one’s career.

Fear avoidance can be a significant barrier to professional growth. It can feel scary to face challenging opportunities or new responsibilities. There is the fear of failure or the fear of the unknown.

Avoiding the thing that you need to do can create so much internal pressure. It's easier to escape in the things that feel comfortable, though you also don't give yourself the opportunity keep growing through the uncomfortable. Of course, there are also situations where you may be going through so much discomfort that you're spinning because you're feeling so overwhelmed. See if you can find the optimal balance that works for you.

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