Radio Headspace Afraid of Failing? How to Overcome Fear and Keep Going
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Mar 21, 2025 Fear of failure can be a powerful motivator. Embrace it as a sign that you’re about to embark on something meaningful. Discover how mindfulness can help you manage fear and convert it into personal growth. The speaker shares their journey of marathon training, revealing how challenges can transform into strength. Through a captivating hiking experience, listeners are encouraged to view fear as a stepping stone to resilience and empowerment.
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Rediscovering Running
- Dora rediscovered her love for running after joining a women's run club in LA.
- She's completed multiple half and full marathons and is currently training for an ultra-marathon relay.
Maranoia and Fear
- Despite the excitement, fear and anxiety, known as "maranoia" in the running world, can accompany intense training.
- This fear manifests as doubts about training, goals, and physical endurance.
Grand Canyon Hike
- Dora experienced fear while hiking the Grand Canyon, feeling physical tension and mental doubts.
- By pausing, breathing deeply, and visualizing fear as a temporary wave, she found strength and clarity.