Manage Fear

Have you ever met someone in life that had all the talent in the world, but was so stuck in a fortified comfort zone that they never realized their potential? I believe all of us have known this person. And if you’re like me, every once in a while, an honest look in the mirror reveals that person is you!

Everyone strives to maintain certainty in life. But this isn’t always possible. Change is inevitable. And when you’re working to realize your motion picture career goals, you soon realize that real growth comes from periods of uncertainty. And believe me, venturing into the unknown can be spooky.

Successful Hollywood players have learned to manage their fears and succeed in moments of uncertainty. The unsuccessful have learned to quit early. But to achieve your filmmaking goals, you must learn to manage your fear and not become debilitated by it. Otherwise you could spend your life talking, but never doing.

From time to time, we need to push past our comfort zones and grow as human beings. This isn’t always easy. Here are some action steps you can employ today to help overcome your inner fears:

1. Next time you’re in a checkout line, strike up a conversation with someone else in line.

2. You become the people you hang out with most. Resolve today to spend more and more time with your successful courageous friends.

3. The following resources are a must have as you strive to accomplish your filmmaking goals.

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