One of the main reasons people fail, whether it’s with a workout plan or a business effort, is because they let thoughts of “defeat” take over when things get tough. This mindset often leads to actual failure because if you think and visualize failure, it’s likely to happen.
We understand it’s really hard to avoid feeling defeated during challenging times. It’s even worse when people think of defeat and give up before they even start their journey.
Fear is contagious and spreads quickly among those with negative thoughts. Some folks don’t start a workout routine because they are afraid. You might wonder why anyone would fear starting a workout program. Two main fears often hold people back: fear of failure and fear of success.
Consider how often you’ve tried to lose weight. Sometimes you succeed for a bit, but then the weight comes back, making you think, “Why bother starting when I’ll just end up back where I began?” This is the essence of the fear of failure. It’s the fear of not meeting your goals, letting someone down, or not being successful. This fear stops you from trying something new.
Failure is a part of life. Everyone fails. Think about how many times Donald Trump has gone bankrupt or how many attempts it took Edison to invent the light bulb. The difference between these people and others who stay defeated is that they kept going. You should do the same.
If you’ve failed at weight loss before, learn from it. Every failure teaches you something: what works, what doesn’t, or what you might want to try next time. Combine these lessons into a new plan and see where it takes you. Adjust the program as you go to make it sustainable and easier to stick to over time. Achieving long-term results, no matter how long it takes, will be worth the effort.
Another fear we often face is the fear of success. This might sound strange