Why don't we take a shot?

Why don’t we take a shot?

We miss opportunities in life when we pass on them.

An example, is that this can happen when we want to register for a race, but we aren’t feeling confident that we’ll be able to finish, so we decide to wait for another year.

Why aren’t you feeling confident?

Is this a confidence issue or that you truly aren’t prepared to toe the start line?

Are you worried about what might go wrong during the event and how you are going to handle it?

Typically, with every event something goes a little wrong. The longer the event, the chances of something trailing off from your plan increases.

So, should you register?

Consider racing, what could go right?

Do the things that could go right outweigh the things that could realistically go wrong?

Don’t miss the opportunity to do an event that you really want to do. Don’t keep yourself from having a good race.

I’m sure you can think of other scenarios where we don’t take a shot.

We have to face these types of scenarios head on in order to grow.

Very similar to how we confront anxiety, we have to do what we are afraid of over and over again. We have to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.

If speaking during a work meeting causes stress or anxiety, then speak. If you struggle with feeling confident while racing, race anyways and work on your confidence.

There are no easy ways around, just do it, work hard, make the best out of the situation, and try to enjoy it.

“There is no failure. You win or you learn. Either one is okay.”

Gary Keller

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