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How to Overcome Your Fears and Live the Life You Want

May 2, 2018 by Brian Clark

It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live.

The hardest thing to accept is that your fears never go away. You just learn to act despite them.

— Brian Clark (@brianclark) March 30, 2018

But how exactly do we learn to do that?

The people we admire who seem fearless and brimming with confidence aren’t braver, smarter, or stronger than you — they have gained control over their thoughts and feelings toward their fears. They have learned how to use their inner voice to overcome fears and move forward.

While this particular article deals with fear in the context of entrepreneurism, it’s relevant to any important endeavour in your life — especially if what you want to do threatens to take you out of your comfort zone.

3 Questions You Must Answer to Overcome Your Fears

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Is Starvation Mode Real?

It’s a popular myth — many think that if you drop your caloric intake too much, your body will assume you’re starving and drop your metabolism to the point that weight loss is thwarted. It’s not true.

Can You Gain Weight From Eating Too Little? No, But Here’s Why It’s So Easy to Think You Can.

Ever Meet a Diabetic Monkey?

Some people have relegated bananas to the “do not eat” list because of the fruit’s high sugar and calorie count relative to some other fruits. That rationale is misguided, says Jessica D. Bihuniak, Ph.D., R.D., an assistant professor of clinical nutrition at New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development.

Some People Aren’t Eating Bananas Because They Are High in Sugar — but that Thinking is Misguided

Cracking the Code

A new study, published in Nature, presents detailed images of a crucial anti-ageing enzyme known as telomerase – raising hopes that we can soon slow ageing and cure cancer.

End of Ageing and Cancer?

Earth Play

From intention trees and lights-out stargazing in Nicaragua, coral planting in Fiji, or eco-kayaking in Hawaii, these four incredible eco-friendly travel experiences need to soar to the top of your travel list.

4 Incredible Eco-Friendly Travel Experiences

The Only Constant

The thought of change alone can result in fear that keeps you from living the life we want. Here’s how to handle i like a pro.

How To Get More Comfortable With Change

The Long Game

Our brains are wired for short-term thinking and immediate gratification. But training your brain to consider the future, decide on your priorities, and check in regularly with your finances can turn things around.

Financial Advisors: What Richest Clients Have in Common

Tiny Dreamer

Studies show time and time again that what truly makes people happy are the little things: close friends, health, family, balance, enjoyment, and a sense of belonging.

The “Decision Trap” Explains Why Dreaming Small Is Actually The Key To Happiness

Phone it Out

A new scientific study shows that simply leaving your smartphone outside of the bedroom at night can improve your happiness, mental well-being, and quality of life in just a week’s time.

Quitting This Bad Habit Can Improve Your Happiness and Productivity, According to Science

Game Face

Often people think performing in front of others will make them mess up, but a new study found the opposite: being watched makes people do better.

When There’s an Audience, People’s Performance Improves

First Principles

This Is the Secret to Elon Musk’s Astonishing Productivity

Brain Squats

The brain isn’t a muscle, but it still needs to “feel the burn” in order to build new neural connections that actually last.

No Pain, No Brain Gain: Why Learning Demands (A Little) Discomfort

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About Brian Clark

Brian Clark is a writer, traveler, and entrepreneur. He’s started a dozen successful companies, and is now focused on Further and Leading Expert.

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