<p>I never truly grasped the fear of failing until I spent countless hours convincing myself that feedback, even when laced with insults, wouldn’t kill me. It was a growth path, a lesson in disguise once you sift through the insults. Yet, every time I was called upon, my heart would race, my feet would grow cold, and I’d find myself intimidated by the familiar faces around me. Colleagues who once felt like comrades now seemed like predators, experts at the art of “throwing you under the bus.”<br></p><p>This fear was becoming abnormal, an invisible force holding me back. It wasn’t just physical; it was a mental battle, a war waged by the fear of failing in a cutthroat environment where everyone looked out for themselves. The supposed culture of teamwork reeked of selfishness, and I knew this fear could paralyze me, stop me from trying anything new.</p><p>I realized I had to end this cycle before it ended my career. So, I had a heart-to-heart with myself. I remembered the bold version of me, the one who spoke up during the craziest project of my life. Where had that person gone? Why did I feel stripped of my courage, suddenly shy, with my heart on the brink of explosion?</p><p>I was simply terrified of failing, of looking foolish. The mere thought of it was suffocating. But then, I made a decision: I wouldn’t take life so seriously anymore. If I failed, so be it. And guess what? I did fail, over and over again. But with every failure, I grew stronger, until those who once pitied and mocked me started seeking my advice. I became a reservoir of experience, holding answers to questions they hadn’t dared to explore.</p><p>In the end, failure shaped me into a success. Many young professionals are battling this same fear right now. It’s time to have that honest conversation with yourself and decide: go hard or go home.</p>
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