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The Role of Fear in Creativity

  • Fear often signals the direction of our true calling. If something scares us, it’s likely important to our growth.
  • Instead of avoiding fear, we should use it as a guide to push forward.

“The more scared we are of a work or calling, the more sure we can be that we have to do it.”

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