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Becoming a conscious leader: Leading without fear, finding your life’s objective function, and getting better at vision and strategy | John Mark Nickels (Uber, Waymo, DoorDash)
Lenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | Career
Embrace Your Emotions to Overcome Fear
Accepting and embracing emotions, particularly stress and anxiety, leads to better outcomes rather than resisting them. Attempts to suppress negative feelings can magnify their presence, as illustrated by the example of not wanting to think of a pink elephant. Acknowledging the emotions allows for greater awareness of one's internal state, providing more agency over personal experiences. By realizing what one fears may actually manifest when resisted, individuals can effectively navigate stressful situations and enhance performance.
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