You put yourself out there. You share a moment of vulnerability. You admit your challenges, your fears, your self-perceived deficiencies. You own up to a failed effort. You ask for help. You cry. What’s the worst thing that could happen? You might be laughed at or made fun of. Your reputation could be […]
Tag: Fear
New Opportunities are Exciting (and a Little Scary!)
As I dropped off my 12-year old son, Ian, at middle school this morning to begin his seventh grade year, I saw in his face that familiar look of anticipation, anxiety, enthusiasm and trepidation. It reminded me that the unknown is laden with both excitement and fear. Who will I hang out with? What will […]