Taking a new step, uttering a new word, is what people fear most.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often fear the act of trying something new, whether it’s a step forward or a new word.
- In plain terms
- Trying new things scares most people.
- What can you take from it?
- Encourage experimentation despite fear.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What holds you back from trying new ideas?
- How can you turn fear into curiosity?
Another view
Fear can also motivate careful preparation.
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