How to Be Fearless
Over the course of my quarter century on the planet, a few people have taught me what it is to be truly fearless. In a world where so much of human behaviour is driven by fear, I often feel the need to revisit what I have learned. And reinforce it in practice.
Smile.
Not just any smile plastered on your face for the sake of others. A real smile from within – the kind that makes your eyes crinkle at the edges. Like you are enjoying your own little inside joke.
Believe.
That things will go your way. As Winnipeg-based artist and designer extraordinaire, Kal Barteski, once wrote in her LoveLife series: “Give more than you think you are and the world conspires in your favour.”
Liberate yourself.
From worry, doubt, expectation, anger, judgement – self imposed or other.
Take risks.
When you get to the edge, just leap. Both successes and lessons can be gained. Either way that is a great return.
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