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ON RISK AND SETBACKS

"Although we may have our hands firmly on the wishbone, there is an even chance that in taking any risk we'll encounter setbacks, which most people refer to as failures. Yet if we see life as an experiment in which there are no failures only results, our interpretation of those results will determine how successful we are." - Gregg Levoy

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Living requires risk. Whether it is going back to school, asking for a promotion, or venturing in a new direction, there may be problems. Even if you fail, you'll know you tried. If you never try you'll be faced with "what if" or "if only" thinking, maybe for the rest of your life.

If you seldom take a risk, ask yourself why. What is the fear? What is the worst that could happen? Don't make excuses and defeat yourself before you start. Windows of opportunity don't stay open forever.

What small risk would help you move forward in your life or career? When will you do it?

The first step is always the most difficult. Make the phone call, write the letter, buy the book, have the conversation and make a commitment. Take the necessary risk for your future.

Excerpted from the Bounce Back Quotient

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Keep moving. Don't be like Tweedledum in Lewis Carroll's Through the Looking Glass who said,

"I'm very brave generally, only today I happen to have a headache."

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For information on how coaching can help you or your group stay focused and achieve goals with less anxiety and wasted effort contact Linda Nash at linda@lindanash.com

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Linda Nash is a nationally recognized consultant, speaker and author in the areas of change and resilience. To receive her free E-zine Bouncing Back go to www.Lindanash.com  To contact Linda call 314.872.8787 or e-mail Linda@Lindanash.com

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