If we respond to every fear-inducing situation like we’re in mortal danger, we’re going to end up missing out on valuable opportunities to live fully, enjoy growth and new experiences. Ask yourself: “Am I avoiding pain, or seeking growth?”

The longer you wait before taking action, the less courageous you’ll feel. 

If we want to boost our courage in a particular situation, one of the most effective ways of doing this is to slow down our breathing. 

We tend to be harsher with ourselves than we are with other people.

Usually, the fear we feel isn’t so much about the worst case scenario we’re thinking of—it’s about how we would feel if that scenario comes to pass.

We often focus on what we need to do. The real shift that needs to take place, however, revolves around who we need to become.