This Scared Me… and I Did It Anyway
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What Would You Do If You Weren’t So Scared?
You know that one thing you’ve been thinking about doing for ages… but haven’t? Maybe it’s launching a podcast. Or starting a business. Or finally telling your story out loud. Whatever it is, there’s probably a tiny voice in your head saying, “What if I fail?” or “Who am I to do this?”
Let’s be honest: fear is loud. But that doesn’t mean it gets the final say.
This post is all about what happens when you stop waiting to feel ready… and leap anyway.
The Real Magic Happens After the Leap
Taking a leap doesn’t have to mean diving headfirst into something reckless. It means doing the thing even while your stomach is in knots. It means saying yes to your dream before you’ve figured out every single step.
Whether it's finally launching that passion project or hitting "submit" on something that really matters to you (hello, awards nominations!), the magic doesn't come from waiting until you're fearless. It comes from moving with the fear... not running from it.
Why This Works: Your Brain Was Built to Survive, Not Shine
Here’s the truth: your brain hates risk. Like, actually hates it.
Fear activates the amygdala—your brain’s security system. It’s designed to keep you safe, not successful. So every time you try to step out of your comfort zone, your brain sounds the alarm. Not because the thing is dangerous... but because it’s new.
But here’s the twist: fear and excitement trigger the same physical response in the body. Heart racing, palms sweating, butterflies in the stomach. The only difference is the story you tell yourself about it.
When you start naming the feeling as excitement instead of anxiety, you shift your mindset—and suddenly, that leap starts to look a whole lot less terrifying.
What It Feels Like to Do the Scary Thing Anyway
Let’s be real... it doesn’t feel chill.
At first, it feels like standing at the edge of a metaphorical cliff with your knees wobbling and your inner critic screaming. But then you do it. You hit record. You submit the form. You say the thing.
And then?
There’s this wild, euphoric, holy crap I did that kind of energy that rushes in. It’s like discovering a version of you that was hiding under all that fear. The more you practice this, the louder that version of you becomes.
Why It’s Worth It (Even if You Don’t Get a Trophy)
Doing the scary thing teaches your nervous system that you can survive it—and even enjoy it.
It builds self-trust. It boosts confidence. It inspires the heck out of everyone watching. And sometimes... it even leads to big wins you never saw coming (like, say, a nomination in a national awards ceremony... just saying 😏).
Even if nobody claps, even if it’s messy and imperfect, you’ll know you did it. And that’s everything
Ready to Leap?
If there's something tugging at your heart right now, I want you to ask yourself: What if I just said yes?
Not because you’re ready.
Not because it’s perfect.
But because your voice matters.
Take the leap. Even if you’re scared.
Especially if you’re scared.
And if you’re looking for a little proof that good things come from scary leaps? You're lookin’ at it. 😉
