Fearlessness: A Path to Thriving on the inside!
Dr. Gregg Steinberg
Award-winning Motivational and Inspirational Business Speaker, Performance Psychologist, Professor of Human Performance
A great self-help book can be a priceless guide on your journey to fulfillment and authentic happiness. Contrary to what some may think, self-help isn't just for when you're feeling down; it’s a wonderful tool to help you thrive on the inside.
One author who truly embodies this purpose is Dr. Wayne Dyer. His work has helped millions, starting with his first book, Your Erroneous Zones, a must-read for anyone serious about personal growth. In one of his later works, I Can See Clearly Now, Dr. Dyer outlines the idea that we move through stages in our journey toward higher self-awareness, and a crucial step in this progression is learning to live without fear.
To reach your life’s goals and experience true fulfillment, you must be fearless. But fear is often driven by our ego—a part of us that keeps us preoccupied with how others perceive us. As Dr. Dyer explains, he defines "ego" as “Edging God Out,” meaning that our ego makes us focus on what others think of us and it blocks us from being true to ourselves and achieving what is best. This ego can cloud our judgment and keep us from living in alignment with who we are and what we genuinely desire.
Our Ego-Driven Fears often Create Invisible Barriers such as:
These fears manifest as various anxieties—performance anxiety, social anxiety, and self-doubt—all of which can hold us back from living a fearless, fulfilling life.
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The Power of Letting Go of Ego Imagine living free from these fears, both at work and in your personal life. The first step toward fearlessness is awareness: Becoming aware that you are the driver of your life, not your ego. Once you make that shift, you begin to master your fears, move beyond them, and make real progress in your personal development.
One of Dr. Dyer’s most memorable pieces of advice is this: “When you have a choice to be right or kind, always choose to be kind.” Being kind to yourself often means letting go of ego and all the fears that come with it. By choosing kindness over ego, you allow yourself to live more fully, more authentically, and with a sense of peace that allows you to thrive on a daily basis!
About the author
Dr. Gregg Steinberg was ranked by Golf Digest as one of the world’s greatest sport psychologist, and he is a professor of human performance at Austin Peay State University. He is author of the Washington Post bestselling business book "Full Throttle" and speaks to businesses about peak performance, and how to thrive under pressure. See more free videos and articles like this one at www.emotionaltoughnessuniversity.com.
If you have any questions or comments please e-mail him at [email protected] and learn more at www.drgreggsteinberg.com