How Fear of the Future Steals Your Joy| Overcoming Performance Anxiety
2025-09-05 · 11 min · episode 308 · 13 entities
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Episode description as stored
As I approach the one-year anniversary of my TEDx talk, I'm reminded of an important lesson about fear, uncertainty, and love. Preparing for the talk stirred up tremendous stress and anxiety—not because I was unprepared, but because I became attached to the belief that everything had to be perfect.
In this episode, explore:
● Why fear often arises when we refuse to accept uncertainty
● How to clarify your goals and separate fear from the present moment
● Ways the "Maybe practice" opens doors to creativity and possibility
● How to shift from fear into presence, gratitude, and love
Suffering often comes from clinging to fixed outcomes. When we accept uncertainty as a friend, we create space for joy and new opportunities.
Ideal for anyone facing high-stakes presentations, important events, or struggling with perfectionism and performance anxiety.
And, by the way, the talk turned out to be pretty amazing! Here is the link! https://youtu.be/Cmb8pp5_CUM?si=qclttN9usQn4bp01
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