I Can Do This

Overcome Fear Of Failure

My fear of failure is coming forward as I consider how to embark on this project. I want to do well, and I don't want to fall flat on my face. However, this attitude can't be what sets the tone for my behavior. I need to have a positive attitude, because my attitude will make or break the experience.

Take a Positive Approach

I enjoyed Deshe Deshmande's biography. He started of with extreme disadvantages, having come as a foreigner to this country with only eight dollars in his pocket. I was impressed with his high level of positive attitude in approaching his challenges. He came to a new culture and made the most of it. He looked around, saw a need, and made it happen. He became very successful as a result.

Recognize Opportunities

He made a good point that when we grow up with relative prosperity around us, we don't always recognize opportunities. It's like we have blinders on. I think that is true about me. When I went back and re-read how to approach my journal, I found that we are encouraged to  look at everything with "Fresh Eyes". We will start noticing those opportunities that we haven't seen before.

Keep an Open Mind

Also, going back to my book report on "Think and Grow Rich" and the "Law of Attraction". It is my opinion that it is not so much about things being attracted to us because of our positive attitude. I think it is us keeping our minds open so that we notice things that are already there. I do think a positive attitude is helpful, but that only goes so far.