I’m scared
I know we all fear the unknown. We don’t know if we are good enough. We don’t know if we can live up to our dreams. We don’t know if we have enough will power to keep pushing every day to become a success.
How do we know if we don’t try?
That’s my problem. I’m too afraid to even try. I’ve always been this way. As you may know, my next goal is to become a personal trainer. I have had the money set aside for about a month now to buy the materials so I can start studying. For some reason, I can’t force myself to press “place order”. I seriously don’t know why. Or maybe I do:
- I’m scared I won’t pass.
- I’m scared I’m not social enough.
- I’m scared of not remembering the material I studied.
- I’m scared I don’t have enough confidence in myself to be a great trainer.
I see so many fitness enthusiasts passing their tests all the time to become great motivators and have promising careers. I know I can learn the content. I also know there are many resources out there to help me succeed. So why am I so nervous and doubtful of myself? I know when you are a personal trainer, in the beginning you really have to really sell yourself to build a clientele. I have never been in sales. I don’t want to force a person into something that is not right for them or they don’t want to do.
I know I am going to go through with it within the next week or two. The great passion I have for fitness and healthy living far outweighs being nervous and the fear of the unknown. I’m way too excited to let anything hold me back.
I know so many of us struggle with this in so many aspects of our lives. This is just me saying my words out loud and asking for your opinion. Am I crazy? Am I over thinking this? Do you analyze your future in great detail?
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Believe in yourself, do what you love and success will follow.
Thank you Helga, that is great advice to always remember!
It’s 100% normal to be scared or nervous. I’m a pro at it! Just breath, you’ll be okay.
Ha Ha Thanks Colleen! That makes me feel better.
I think you would be so good for the role of personal trainer! You have done it yourself, now it's just time to share your knowledge with others!!
Thanks Nikki, you\’re the best! I now think it\’s normal to feel like this.
One thing I learned about embarking on something big is that it's okay to have fears. Great leaders and heroes are revered because they faced their fears and overcame them-not just because they got the job done
Be comfortable with being uncomfortable, it's a good sign you're up to something great.
You are in my head! Ive had that quote in the back in my head all day! I need to write it down and put it everywhere! Thank you.
OF COURSE I DO! Everyday!
We all have fears, fears of so many things big and small! And though I don't know you all that well, I can say a few things…
You sure motivate me!!
Look at all you have done, all you have accomplished, how you have already changed the life of your children, your friends, your family, doesn't that tell you something?
You take time out of your busy life to go to other blogs ( mine included) and help make US feel better, give US motivation to get past a hurdle, worry a bit less, try a bit harder.
You have this WONDERFUL blog that you put time AND dedication into, you study for it, you prepare for it, so others will learn from it.
So my friend, look at ALL you do already??!!
Think about it. Don't let that former person who looked in the mirror and said ' I can't, I don't love me' win!
I will be waiting to hear ' I can'!
xoxoxo
Traci
Traci, thank you oh so very much for this. Not only did you bring me to tears and reinforce my decision to go after my goals, but I know you have inspired others reading this to believe in themselves too!!
I do put a lot of time and research in to my blog. I know I will put the effort and much more into becoming a personal trainer. That was somebody else who woudn't have cared less. I never even thought about that. You are an amazing woman and friend. Thank you so much!!
You go Sister, you can do it, this is your next chapter Farrah–you are ready!!!
I am SO excited for you!!!!! I can't wait to hear all about it. We all have moments of doubt, it's normal. So, take that for what it was, pick yourself up and get movin'–you've already done the hard part, now you get to pay it forward and help others–what a blessing! 
For you are someone who TRULY understands and has been there, think about all they can learn from you….
And thank you!!!
You are too sweet and I am proud to call you friend!!!
xoxoxoxo
Traci
It truly is a blessing and my purpose. I’m learning to become a confident woman. I never thought I would be able to inspire and change other peoples lives just by changing my own! You motivate me!
Thank you my dear, we are on this journey together! I got your back!
And eek, root canal! Sorry, rushing so haven't got to reply to your other thread but I did see it! TRYING to figure out adsense…you know me, technically challenged!
xxoxoxox
It's ok to be scared! Isn't there some saying about overcoming fear and gaining happiness? Not that you aren't happy, but you could be even happier if you realize this dream, right?
Yes, I know I could be even happier. No regrets!