Fear

We often associate remarkably successful people with being fearless. Conventional thinking argues such people are devoid of doubt, or unease when it comes to making big bold decisions in business and in life.

But by their own admission, they are afraid. Very much so. In fact, one should take great solace in knowing that having fear means you're not a sociopath.

What I've noticed in my observations of people who create meaningful projects that make an impact in their communities, the lives of people around them, and even the world is that they operate despite fear, not because of its vacancy.

Acknowledging that fear it exists and that it's okay to experience it is the first of many steps to heightened self-awareness. Once it's been acknowledged you can proceed. And if something is important enough to you chances are you will.