04/01/2026
Let's talk about something that many people won't or can't talk about: FEAR.
One of the known acronyms from Author Brittney Carr is:
False
Evidence
Appearing
Real
Do you feel this is real or hype? I'm curious.
When fear grips many (including me at times), it can be paralyzing. It can be crippling. It can be also scary. Can anyone relate?
Fear is connected to change. Change is difficult and often times, can lead to pushing comfort zones - easier written, said than done.
Ask, what could happen when we abandon fear and take the emotional risk of acceptance? It might just lead to progression, increased relevancy and growth!
I agree with this quote from a post from Mary 17, 2023 from engaginbusiness.ca where:
"While the phrase running towards the danger is a powerful one, the phrase can really be a mantra for life, and one to hold close in all situations. The โdangerโ can represent the opposite of fear, it represents the parts of your system that assumptions protect you from.
Trying to find your way around your own false evidence appearing real, and be led into situations that can bring about growth. This also is connected to mindfulness as it also allows you to face the fear factor, accept and challenge it and move towards a sense of lightness, possibility, and trust.
When you think about your own leadership style, when are those moments where fear is your main feeling or motivator? Can you think of ways to cut through it in order to find a solution that will carry you and your team further?
Motivation and moving forward will always occupy more space for growth and possibility over fear."