I set out to assess how I was doing at living my best multipotentialite life, without letting fear take the reins. What I learned shocked me. Welcome to my diary of a month of fearless living.
Articles in the category "Fear"
The Four Types of Imposter: Which One Are You?
Hello, my name is Mel and I am an imposter. What I’ve learned from that is pretty surprising: Becoming an expert in being an imposter can enhance your life as a multipotentialite, once you decouple it from your sense of self-worth and the fear of being found out.
Your Permission Slip for an Unapologetic Life
Forgiving myself for the ways that my multipotentialite life didn’t move in a straight line clears the slate—so I can grant myself permission to create more beauty with less fear. Here’s how you can do the same.
Who Are You?
For most multipotentialites, this question can be difficult—after all, we pride ourselves on being many things. When someone demanded that I define myself to them, it absolutely unraveled me.
Can Adversity Really Make Us Stronger?
We all experience disappointment, failure and calamity–when and how they appear is most often out of our control. However, at the right dose, adversity can be a powerful tool for updating our belief systems.
How to Deal with the Fear of Being “Too Complex”
Do people ever make you think your many passions and interests might just be “too much”? What if other folks think you’re inconsistent, or overly confusing? Here are ways to address those fears and embrace your beautiful complexities.
“Every time I’m required to specialize, I feel trapped”
I feel a mild anxiety every time I learn something new. Part of me fears that I might lose my breadth if I dare to develop my depth. Unfortunately, fears don’t simply disappear just because you tell them they’re nonsense.
If you’re having a hard time…
Some thought after Trump’s election.
In Praise of Boredom
For multipotentialites, boredom is a lurking terror direct from our nightmares. Here’s a different way of looking at it.
