KB108 -You’re not stuck, you’re scared.

Harsh Truths
Super Harsh Truths To Help You Start 2025 with a Bang!

Merry Christmas, and welcome to Part Six of my 12-part “Super Harsh Truth Series” for this festive season!

Over the next 12 days, leading right up to New Year’s Eve, I’ll be dropping daily truth bombs to challenge your mindset, spark action, and help you gear up for an incredible 2025.

My goal?

To give you at least one game-changing insight each day that you can take into the new year, laying the groundwork for a year you’ll indeed be proud of!

Let’s dive into #6: “You’re not stuck, you’re scared.”

#6 - You’re not stuck, you’re scared.

Let’s get real

You’re not stuck because of your circumstances.

You’re stuck because you’re scared.

Scared of failing.

Scared of being judged.

Scared of stepping out of your comfort zone and facing the unknown.

And instead of admitting it, you tell yourself a comforting lie:

“I can’t.”

The truth?

You can.

You’re just choosing not to because it’s easier to stay where you are than to confront your fears head-on.

But that choice to stay still isn’t free.

It costs you your growth, your dreams, and your potential.

What are you really afraid of?

• Fear of failure? Here’s the harsh truth: failure isn’t fatal. But never trying? That’s a guaranteed regret.

• Fear of judgment? People are already judging you—whether you act or not. You might as well give them something worth talking about.

• Fear of discomfort? Growth and discomfort are inseparable. If you’re not uncomfortable, you’re not evolving.

Your circumstances aren’t the problem.

Think about it:

• Are you really stuck, or are you afraid to make the necessary sacrifices?

• Are you truly out of options, or are you too scared to explore the uncomfortable ones?

• Are you actually unable to move forward, or are you paralysed by the thought of what could go wrong?

Blaming your situation is easier than admitting you’re afraid.

But guess what?

Until you face that fear, nothing will change.

Fear isn’t a roadblock…

It’s a test.

And every time you avoid it, you fail yourself.

Here’s the truth about fear:

• It doesn’t go away; you just learn to act in spite of it.

• It’s not a reason to stop; it’s a signal you’re stepping into growth.

• It only has power if you let it.

What’s keeping you “stuck”?

• Is it fear of rejection? Good. That means you’re reaching for something big.

• Is it fear of looking stupid? Great. That means you’re learning.

• Is it fear of discomfort? Perfect. That means you’re about to grow.

The way forward is simple but not easy:

1. Admit you’re scared. Own it. Stop blaming your circumstances.

2. Do it anyway. Action is the only way to silence fear. Start small, but start now.

3. Redefine failure. It’s not failing if you’re learning. The only failure is staying still.

Ask yourself:

• What fear is holding you back right now?

• What’s the worst that could happen if you face it, and the best that could happen if you don’t?

• Are you more afraid of failing or of staying stuck for the rest of your life?

You’re not stuck because of your circumstances..

You’re stuck because you’re scared.

Fear is normal, but staying stuck is a choice.

The only way out is through.

So stop waiting for the fear to go away.

Take action, feel the fear, and do it anyway.

The life you want is on the other side of your excuses.

Will you face the fear and go after it?

Or will you stay scared and settle for less?

The choice is yours.