- Undeniably, humankind is blessed with something that cannot be found in other living innumerable creatures inhabiting this vast universe. Believe me you, humankind unequivocally believes that they are superior beings as compared to other creatures inhabiting around us. What is that one key aspect that separates the most intelligent being from others calling the Earth home? Mind you, millions of living creatures are found here harmoniously sharing the vast resources made available by Mother Nature in all its splendor. But again, the evolution of the human brain over the ages is quite profound and always commensurate with the fast-changing times. Yes, the revolutionary evolution of human beings over the millenniums is mind-blowing.
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- However, certain characteristic traits passed on to us genetically have not undergone drastic changes despite the advancements witnessed in the cutting-edge field of medicine, technology, inventions, innovations, and experimentations of diverse natures. The fundamental characteristic traits are still deeply embedded in the deep recesses of our brains which continue as an uncracked mystery to comprehend despite humanity making tremendous progress. The fight or flight syndrome continues to rule the roost depending upon the situations encountered. Looking around will reveal that human beings per se have significantly metamorphosed into strong, intimidating, overwhelming, and confident entities as compared to other creatures. Is it real though?
- Nonetheless, whatever the alterations witnessed in our persona have not succeeded in overhauling the way humans react when encountered with any challenging situation. Most have developed this fear of failure that hugely restricts them from realizing their true potential despite possessing the desired levels of wherewithal to succeed by overcoming most challenges. The moot point to ponder here is why humans tend to surrender to this unknown entity called fear by rendering us underperform. History is replete with innumerable instances of talented people failing consistently to rise above the mediocre to deliver on expected lines. What stops us from pressing ahead with intent, purpose, and single-minded determination? Right attitude. What else?
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- As the sage saying goes, the human mind is a great slave, but a poor master embodies how we perform or fail to perform admirably. Why does somebody prove impressive and some simply wither away despite possessing tremendous talent to stand out? Those successful also fear the unknown to pose a challenge but proceed ahead knowing fully well that action alone cures fears, nothing else. Make no mistake, every successful individual has overcome fears and as such, it is natural to feel anxiety and butterflies in the tummy. But he/she also knows that overcoming fear cannot fructify without initiating necessary action. One needs to take a plunge believing in own abilities rather than fret about unknown fears that will erect hurdles in growth prospects.
