How to recognize and combat #fear : Red flag #1: Negative self-talk rules your internal dialogue Self-sabotaging talk kills dreams and is a self-fulfilling prophecy. It plants seeds of doubt, so we succumb to the negative stories echoing in our heads. How to combat it: Change the stories you tell yourself Words have power. Replace self-sabotaging talk with self-affirming talk, abandon limiting beliefs, and adopt a growth-focused mindset. Red flag #2: “________ is holding me back” It’s easy to think that other forces—your boss, Coronavirus—block your path. What prevents you from growing isn’t external; it’s internal. How to combat it: Take responsibility for your growth Muster the courage to acknowledge and tackle your fears to get out of your own way, gain traction, and go after your #goals . Red flag #3: You’re “should-ing” all over yourself You have a good life, despite the uncertainty of COVID-19 swirling around you. You should be grateful, happy, and feel guilty for wanting something different when so many would kill to be in your shoes. How to combat it: Realize that “good enough” rarely is It’s hard to admit what you want and easy to settle for something short of that “risky” path. Lose the fear about going after what’s missing and start to explore. #growth …see more