The Unspoken Fear: What Happens When Success Arrives?
We’re conditioned to prepare for failure. But what about the anxiety that comes with things actually working out? This article dives into the science behind our complicated relationship with success and offers a framework for navigating it.
- Success can trigger anxiety due to unpredictability.
- Fear of success often stems from potential losses (privacy, comfort, identity).
- Blind ambition can lead to chasing the wrong goals.
- Strategic success involves conscious reflection on what success truly means.
The Brain’s Anxiety Trigger
Your brain’s threat detection system doesn’t just flag danger; it reacts to any uncertainty. This includes the uncertainty that positive change, like landing a dream job or a major project success, can bring. That
