“I see other people trying new things and having cool experiences, and I wish I could be like them. I feel like it’s too late for me to change things in my life. It feels too risky.”

My clients often describe themselves as “risk-averse” people. They like the idea of taking more risks, but in practice, it feels a lot harder. They feel like something is holding them back from stepping forward.

That “something” is often the fear of making mistakes and the fear of uncertainty.

Maybe you want to try new things. Maybe you’re seeking a career change, a new relationship, or finally getting started on a hobby. But how do you overcome these fears?

Compared to risk-averse people, risk-takers tend to be more open, possess a greater tolerance for uncertainty, and are more adaptable to change. Fortunately, you can learn these skills and put them into action—it is not too late!

I’m going to talk about how to re-think the fear of making mistakes and uncertainty. I will provide some practical ways to prevent these fears from stopping you from making those changes and new beginnings a reality.

Perfectionism gets in the way of people taking risks and trying new things. Perfectionists aim to get things right the first time and feel discouraged when things don’t turn out this way. One of the ways to prevent themselves from unpleasant feelings of disappointment is to........

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