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187. Is Fear Running Your Life?

No Stupid Questions

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Driven by Fear vs. Continual Improvement

The fundamental premise driving one's life can either be continual improvement or fear. A shift from being motivated by fear to being motivated by continual improvement can create discomfort but lead to personal growth. High achievers are often driven by the desire for continual improvement, but a surprising number also mention being driven by fear of failure. The motivation of continual improvement is categorized as approach motivation, while being driven by fear is avoidance motivation.

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