Fighting Through My Fear of Failing

Have you ever set a big goal, planned tangible steps to achieve that goal, went to sleep feeling motivated and proud....only to be stricken with anxiety the next day?

"How am I going to do it all?"

When this happens to me, I like to take every ounce of willpower I have, swallow that thought, and let it fall into the infinite pit of my stomach. I acknowledge the negative thought, shove it down, and do the first thing on my todo list. Even if I "just have 10 minutes", I get to work. No if, ands, or buts. I eventually get it done and as my list gets shorter, my confidence in my ability to reach my goals grows!

(Image in the website background belongs to Vivaprintco. I used it as a placer to get an idea of what kind of photos I may want on my website!)

After I shared that I was separating my shop from the “Majesticsock” brand, I made a detailed plan to launch my new art shop. The first week felt smooth. I successfully made brand new social media accounts and a website. I thought, "Whoo! I'll have a shop open in no time." (lol ok)

Week two was rough. Seeing how long my to-do list was frightened me! I needed to finish my website, get business permits, make the products, and eventually create content for social media.

But you know what?

I could stress about what I have to do and let it consume me. Or I can continue working while it consumes me (LOL). I'm half joking. Simply ignoring the negative thoughts doesn't make me feel less stressed. But in my anxiety but I tell myself, "Keep going despite it all." I don't know where my anxieties began and why I have to constantly battle them but they're all lies! I can do it. I do have enough time. I will eventually get there.

And so will you.

I hope this newsletter is a good encouragement to you! No matter how big or small your goals are, just take the next step. I promise we'll eventually get there.

Good luck!

Majesticsock