When Fear of Success Holds You Back
When we think about what holds people back from starting their wellbeing or holistic business, most people immediately say fear of failure. However, there's another fear which is not as obvious but just as debilitating...
FEAR OF SUCCESS
Some women I work with already run a business or have had a business in the past, so they aren’t afraid of failing; they’re afraid of what happens if it actually works. I've seen this fear show up as hesitation, procrastination or even self-sabotage just as things start going well.
Fear of success causes a split in your energy, as it isn't about 'not wanting the result' and more to do with what you believe success will 'cost' you.
Some common beliefs might be:
“If I'm inundated with clients, I’ll feel overwhelmed.”
“If my business grows, I’ll have no spare time.”
“More clients = more pressure.”
When I explore this with my clients, the core fear is actually a fear of losing control, losing peace or even losing themselves.THE TRUTH ABOUT SUCCESS
Contrary to what's portrayed on social media, business success rarely happens overnight. You don’t just wake up one day with more than you can handle. Typically, you evolve alongside your business.
It’s usually a slow, gradual build where there's a steady increase in demand and a natural expansion that you grow into.
More importantly…
You are not at the mercy of your success. You get to decide what success looks like for you as you set boundaries regarding your clients and your time, so ultimately, you are always in control.
With love and light
Gwen x
