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Why You're Scared to Succeed (And How to Stop Running from It) | Still Standing
In this episode of Still Standing, host Marissa Davidson explores the psychological phenomenon of why we are often more afraid of succeeding than failing. This guide for anyone experiencing self-sabotage, imposter syndrome, or anxiety around growth explains that these behaviors are not character flaws but protective mechanisms designed to keep us in familiar territory. The episode dissects how the nervous system perceives success as a threat because it introduces the unknown, triggering a retreat into known struggles and limitations.
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