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What does fear signify about our goals?

Ryan Hanley 0:00

She said, I'm nervous. I said, me too. And then I got this look like, you nervous? And I said, I'm scared. I have big goals for this year. I'm scared that I won't hit them. But you know what? That's good. Fear means I'm alive. Fear means I care. Fear means I'm standing on the edge of something important. And then I paused for a second and I looked at her and I said, what is it that you want out of life? What is up, my friends, and welcome back to the show. Guys, we are on the precipice of 2025. This episode is coming out on New Year's Eve 2024, and this is a time of both excitement, energy for sure, but it also comes with an incredible amount of anxiety, fear, nervousness, tension, because...

Ryan Hanley 1:20

What is 2025 gonna bring? We all set these big goals, things we wanna achieve, accomplishments we wanna have, and that's natural and normal. And if we're really shooting for something that stretches who we are, it's impossible for there not to be fear, for us not to be scared about what's going to happen. Will I actually make good on the promises that I made?

How can we normalize fear in our lives?

Ryan Hanley 1:45

Will I be able to commit to the things I said I was going to commit to? And I wanted to take an episode, a few minutes, this conversation with you, to normalize fear. You are not alone in being scared. You are not alone in being nervous and feeling anxiety and feeling fear, doubt. Those are normal. Frankly, if you are not feeling those emotions, if the actions you're taking are not causing you tension, fear, nervousness, then you're probably not pushing hard enough. You're probably set in a place of comfort in a kind of doldrums, monotonous-type lifestyle and have succumbed to whatever it is that life now gives you. Because if you're pushing, you're scared. And... I don't want you to feel like you're alone in feeling scared. I'm incredibly scared. I wake up scared and fearful every single day. I have enormous projects that I want to get off the ground in 2025 and deliver to this audience and to my insurance community. I have Linkora, which I'm the chief marketing officer of, goes live full market in January of 2025.

Ryan Hanley 3:13

I'm launching the Master of the Clothes program, the most dynamic, intensive, and effective inbound sales coaching program and course that has ever been created. I just got accepted to do a TED Talk in February, and I am publishing a book with one of my best friends, Chris Paradiso, which comes out end of Q1, early Q2. And we haven't even gotten to June yet. And I want to make sure all those things hit because I've been working on all of them for more than a year. And I'm nervous that they're not going to work. I'm nervous that I have too many things going on. I'm nervous that I'm not going to be able to make the time. I'm nervous that by having all these things coming to a head at the same time, which I didn't plan, by the way, that I'm not going to be able to give 100% to any single one of them and make it as big as it could possibly be. I'm nervous that I'm gonna put all this effort into a book and no one's gonna read it. I'm nervous that I'm gonna put all this work into a course and that people won't buy it.

Ryan Hanley 4:22

I'm nervous that I'm gonna be part of this team that has trusted me to market their product, to deliver their message, to drive new opportunities, new business into that company, to bring AI to the insurance space, and I'm not gonna be able to make it happen. I wake up every day with that fear. But I also read a lot. And the best part about reading is you get to tap into the brain, to the mindset, to the thought process of some of the most dynamic, intelligent, deep thinking individuals, successful individuals who've ever existed. And What I'm going to do is walk you through my argument for why you should be scared, but that it shouldn't stop you from doing what you want to do in 2025. There's this quote from Mark Twain, courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear, not the absence of fear. And I want us to hold that idea in our brain. You will never not be fearful. you will never not be fearful. Whether you do or do not do, you will be fearful for one reason or another. And our goal in becoming the best versions of ourselves, in finding the peak us,

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5 chapters

1 What does fear signify about our goals? 0:00–1:45 2 How can we normalize fear in our lives? 1:45–13:14 3 What are the three roots of fear? 13:14–20:12 4 How can we confront our fears effectively? 20:12–28:11 5 What wisdom can Stoicism and the Bible provide on fear? 28:11–30:55

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Jesus 1 God 2 Bible 3 Matthew 1 Jordan Peterson 2 Corinthians 1 Marcus Aurelius 2 Brene Brown 2 Epictetus 2 Timothy 1 Mark Twain 1 David Goggins 2

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As we stand on the brink of 2025, many of us feel a mix of excitement and trepidation. Fear often comes disguised as doubt, anxiety, or hesitation—but what if it’s actually a signal that we’re on the verge of something meaningful? Join 11,000+ leaders: https://go.ryanhanley.com Civilized Savage Book: https://civilizedsavagebook.com In this episode, we explore how fear can be a catalyst for growth rather than a roadblock. Drawing on personal experiences, thought leader insights, Stoic philosophy, and Biblical wisdom, we’ll unpack actionable strategies to help you face your fears and make 2025 your most courageous year yet. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why fear is not a stop sign but a “vector for action” that signals personal growth. The three roots of fear: fear of failure, fear of judgment, and fear of success. How thought leaders like David Goggins, Brene Brown, and Jordan Peterson approach overcoming fear. Powerful perspectives from Stoicism and the Bible on managing fear and finding courage. Practical, actionable strategies to name, confront, and channel your fears into transformative action. Key Takeaways Fear Means Growth: If you’re feeling scared, it’s because you’re pushing yourself into new and challenging territory. Quote: “Courage is resistance to fear, mastery of fear—not absence of fear.” – Mark Twain The Three Roots of Fear: Fear of failure: Many avoid big goals because they’re afraid to fail, but as Jordan Peterson reminds us, “You’re going to pay a price for every bloody thing you do and everything you don’t do. You don’t get to choose not to pay a price.” Fear of judgment: Eric Weinstein notes, “The problem isn’t taking risks, it’s the fear of people pointing out when you fail.” Fear of success: Success often brings responsibility, status changes, and challenges, which can create resistance. Powerful Strategies: Name your fear and make it tangible. Write down both the consequences of overcoming it and the cost of not acting. Take small, incremental actions to face what scares you most. Use gratitude to combat fear by focusing on what you have instead of what you lack. Seek accountability and encouragement from trusted peers. Quotes from the Episode “What you are afraid to do is a clear indication of the next thing you need to do.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson “Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision.” – Winston Churchill “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7 “You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” – Marcus Aurelius Action Steps Identify one fear you’ve been avoiding and commit to taking a small action to confront it this week. Share your fear with an accountability partner and discuss the steps you’ll take to move forward. Reflect on what your life could look like if you overcome your fear—and what it will look like if you don’t. Let’s Connect If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who might need encouragement to face their fears. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes packed with actionable insights and inspiration. Final Thought Fear will always be a part of life—but it doesn’t have to be your master. Use it as a signal, a guide, and a motivator to push beyond your limits and into a year of growth, courage, and purpose. Go deeper down the rabbit hole: https://linktr.ee/ryan_hanley Episodes You Might Enjoy:From $2 Million Loss to World-Class Entrepreneur: https://lnk.to/delkFrom One Man Shop to $200M in Revenue: https://lnk.to/tommymelloIs Psilocybin the Gateway to Self-Mastery? https://lnk.to/80upZ9

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