Outgrow Your Fears
I’ve been playing soccer for about 8 months. Prior to that, I reckon I had kicked a ball less than 20 times in my life. And, there is no false modesty here, when I say so far I’m really rubbish at soccer! Often I make the team worse as soon as I step on the pitch. Urgh…I have nearly given up so many times.
I get a weird sense of satisfaction from putting myself out of my comfort zone. I can’t say I like it, but it makes me feel strong. Even when I’m observably ‘failing’, it feels strong to, as Brené Brown says, put myself in the ring.
This week I scored my first goal (I usually play defence). It was awesome.
My children were there and they saw my goal. That was really cool.
Our opposition all smiled as my incredibly patient and inspirational teammates ran across the pitch to jump on me and celebrate. That was pretty spectacular.
I am outgrowing my fears and I have gone from voyeur to player, and I can never go back.
Of course, I have new fears that have replaced the old ones. The old ones seem tame in comparison. And that's good...! More fears to chase down, calling me to grab even more of life.
If you want to outgrow your fears, I'm starting my first public program in 2020: The Courage Club
I'd love you to join (I have some lovely offers pre-Christmas)
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Outgrow your fears: You have better ones to come!
As ever, I'd love to hear your thoughts on this.
Some ways to work with me
Facilitating meaningful and action-focused conversations for collectives that are progressing with team excellence behaviours and/or conversations that require safety and care to progress effectively with accountability by all.
Remarkable teaming behaviour is built on strong connections and courageous communication. This program gives you faster decisions, higher quality work and frictionless interpersonal systems. For collectives who want to work better together. The Safe Space Program
Training your managers to help them have conversations that drive performance and engagement (including giving and receiving feedback, difficult conversations and the responsibility of leadership. Conversations Create Growth
Driving self- management and behavioural flexibility for people to adapt, control their best self and influence strongly those around them. Self-management
Accessing one of my keynotes for your internal organisation or to recommend me to speak at an industry event. Speaking
Of course, I'd also be delighted to talk if you think I can help +61 421 955 700
I would also (because I think it will be a fabulous and important event) like to draw your attention to #COLOURFULL, Australia’s first leadership & entrepreneurship conference, and awards night for women of colour and allies. For more details, visit their website https://www.aminaofzaria.com/colourfull
Amy helps teams use the psychology of groups to their advantage. Her programs drive connection, communication and courage for remarkable achievements. Please see The Safe Space and DrAmySilver.com