The fear of looking bad resists action, hesitates at momentum, and struggles to embrace acceleration.

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Fear has a sneaky way of holding you back. It whispers, “What if this doesn’t work?” or “What if you look bad?”

Fear thrives on inaction, keeping you stuck in hesitation.

But there’s a simple way to push it aside: take action.

Action weakens fear.

When you start moving, even with small steps, fear loses its power.

Once you gain momentum, fear fades, unable to keep up with your progress.

The key is to act, even if things aren’t perfect.

Many people hesitate because of what’s called “1x thinking.” This mindset focuses on needing every action to be flawless. It says:

• “This email has to be perfect.”
• “This call must go exactly right.”
• “I need a 100% positive response.”

1x thinking creates unnecessary pressure, making it harder to act. It’s built on the fear of failure and the need for perfection.

But there’s a better way: 10x thinking. This mindset shifts the focus from perfection to consistent effort.

Instead of relying on one perfect action, 10x thinking encourages you to keep showing up and adding value multiple times.

Here’s the difference:

• 1x thinking says, “I need this to work right now.”
• 10x thinking says, “If I keep showing up, something will click.”

10x thinking frees you from needing every action to succeed.

It reminds you that progress is built over time. If you focus on consistently adding value, people will notice your effort and intentions, even if every message or call isn’t perfect.

This approach also helps you let go of expectations. Instead of needing immediate results, 10x thinking encourages you to trust the process.

Each small step builds momentum, and over time, your efforts will pay off.

Fear hates momentum and absolutely despises acceleration.

When you act, fear shrinks and disappears. By focusing on 10x thinking, you give yourself permission to act without worrying about being perfect.

So, take the first step.

Send the message.

Make the call.

Each action builds momentum, and fear will fade.

Remember: think 10x, not 1x. Keep moving, stay consistent, and watch how progress and success follow.

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-Mo