The Fear of Beginning

Starting something new shouldn’t feel terrifying — but often, it does. Not because we’re weak or lazy, but because beginnings ask for something vulnerable: trust. Every new start — a boundary, a goal, a change — means stepping into a space where the outcome isn’t guaranteed. And for a nervous system that’s learned safety through predictability, that unknown can feel like danger.

So we wait.

We overthink.

We tell ourselves it’s not the right time.

But here’s the truth: courage doesn’t always feel like confidence. Sometimes it’s a shaky breath and a single small step forward. You don’t need to have it all figured out before you begin. You only need to be willing to move, even gently, toward what you want.

 Question: Where might fear be keeping you still — and what’s one small act that could help you take that first step? 

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