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10 Things We Fear the Most & 5 Ways to Build More Confidence About the Future

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

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Fear of the Future Doesn't Protect You

Fear of the future doesn't protect you. It distracts you from creating a powerful present, which actually prepares you for that uncertain future. This reminds me of a great quote from bruce lee: all fixed, set patterns are incapable of adaptability or pliability. When we try to over control and overplan our futures to avoid discomfort, we create these fixed patterns. What you want to do is create a flexible framework to deal with future fears. The key is relaxation. It's staying soft. Just like in the research i mentioned on anxiety, if your muscles are tight and constricted, you can't react as quickly. Have a plan, but hold it loosely. We learned

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