Chill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas Practical ways to overcome fear in your business
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Mar 25, 2025 Fear is a common challenge for entrepreneurs, but acknowledging it is the first step. Overcoming the fear of public speaking is crucial, as is fostering connections with friends to alleviate isolation. Embracing discomfort can lead to growth, and practical techniques like decluttering and Emotional Freedom Technique can help manage anxiety. Lastly, reframing fear as excitement empowers listeners to confront their challenges with confidence and take actionable steps towards success.
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Fear Helped Me Choose Debate
- Denise shares her early fear of public speaking and joining the debate team despite feeling sick with anxiety.
- She used repetition to build confidence and recognizes when fear signals something might not be her path.
Absence Of Fear Isn’t The Goal
- Absence of fear is not the goal; aim to acknowledge fear and move forward anyway.
- Seek challenges that feel scary but expansive, not paralyzing or wrong for you.
Choosing Rest Over A Deadline
- Denise recounts postponing a personal book project before a long family trip, choosing rest over pushing through.
- She framed the choice as deliberate, not avoidance due to fear.
