Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative and creation, there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it. Begin it now.
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Where do you hesitate? What is the fear?
If you knew that, simply by committing yourself fully to your goals, you would succeed; would that change your attitude about it? And, should you not succeed fully, as envisioned, what would be the worst thing that could happen?
Fear can stop the most powerful energy in its tracks. It is useless to attempt change if you do not target your fears, bring them into the full light, and see them for what they are -- pitiful illusions with no power other than the power you give them. Yes, you are the one who gives your fears power. Which means you can take it back.
How magical is that?
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