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Empower Your Fear: Leverage Your Fears To Rise Above Mediocrity and Turn Self-Doubt Into a Confident Plan of Action
This is an updated cover edition of ASIN B01AGERRNW.
Are You Tired of Living in Mediocrity Watching Everyone Else Succeed? Is Your Fear of Failure Keeping You Trapped With Limited Choices In Life? Are Looking For a Way Out But Every Attempt Turns to Frustration?
I know how you feel. Life doesn’t work out the way we think it will. When it doesn’t we feel helpless, hopeless and bitter.
You Can Beat Your Fear.
Empower Your Fear focuses in on leveraging what scares you, applying real strategies to get you unstuck, and doing the things that scare you no matter where you are at in life. My motto is: “It’s never too late if you start today.”
As we will see in this book, the problem isn’t about “getting rid of the fear” that is controlling you; it’s adapting to your fear and leveraging it as a motivator to take action. The fear is here to stay; how you respond to it ultimately decides your level of success.
Will you allow yourself to keep living a mediocre lifestyle full of disappointment? Are you ready to take action and change your future?
My name is Scott Allan , and for years I lived a fearful lifestyle. Everything about me was mediocre: My choices and actions were defined by what the world expected and not what I could deliver. I knew I could do and be so much more but I was too scared to do anything. I had become paralyzed with self-doubt and defeated by lack of confidence. Eventually I changed my life with one ultimate decision that made all the difference.
Now, I have written a book to help you get to where you want to be and dig yourself out of the rut that is holding you back. You can stay where you are at or you can start your journey today.
Let me show you how.
Here is a sneak peek at what we are going to learn:
How to beat resistance when it shows up to trap you into doing nothing
How to debunk the lies keeping you stuck
How to never have regret anything ever again
How to stop passing fearful messages onto others
Overcome the 7 Bad habits making you live in fear
Optimize your daily routine for focused success and reduce anxiety
Use the Big Elastic Strategy to break out of your comfort zone
How to build intention, planning, focus and implementation into your daily work and life
How to stop lying to yourself that it’s okay to be afraid
How to discover and build your personal tribe of heroes
How to rise above your conditioned beliefs about mediocrity
How to make empowering choices without fearful outcomes
How to turn your deepest doubts into actionable tasks that break anxiety and worry
How to seek out those relationships that encourage growth and development
How to take the biggest risk you have ever wanted
What it means to have an abundant mindset, and why you must abandon your fear of loss
How to remove paralyzing thoughts that keep you stuck
How to apply Viktor Frankyl’s Life Lessons to handling anything that happens to you
How to Create BIG MAGIC in your life and live the life you’ve always visioned
Are You Tired of Living in Mediocrity Watching Everyone Else Succeed? Is Your Fear of Failure Keeping You Trapped With Limited Choices In Life? Are Looking For a Way Out But Every Attempt Turns to Frustration?
I know how you feel. Life doesn’t work out the way we think it will. When it doesn’t we feel helpless, hopeless and bitter.
You Can Beat Your Fear.
Empower Your Fear focuses in on leveraging what scares you, applying real strategies to get you unstuck, and doing the things that scare you no matter where you are at in life. My motto is: “It’s never too late if you start today.”
As we will see in this book, the problem isn’t about “getting rid of the fear” that is controlling you; it’s adapting to your fear and leveraging it as a motivator to take action. The fear is here to stay; how you respond to it ultimately decides your level of success.
Will you allow yourself to keep living a mediocre lifestyle full of disappointment? Are you ready to take action and change your future?
My name is Scott Allan , and for years I lived a fearful lifestyle. Everything about me was mediocre: My choices and actions were defined by what the world expected and not what I could deliver. I knew I could do and be so much more but I was too scared to do anything. I had become paralyzed with self-doubt and defeated by lack of confidence. Eventually I changed my life with one ultimate decision that made all the difference.
Now, I have written a book to help you get to where you want to be and dig yourself out of the rut that is holding you back. You can stay where you are at or you can start your journey today.
Let me show you how.
Here is a sneak peek at what we are going to learn:
How to beat resistance when it shows up to trap you into doing nothing
How to debunk the lies keeping you stuck
How to never have regret anything ever again
How to stop passing fearful messages onto others
Overcome the 7 Bad habits making you live in fear
Optimize your daily routine for focused success and reduce anxiety
Use the Big Elastic Strategy to break out of your comfort zone
How to build intention, planning, focus and implementation into your daily work and life
How to stop lying to yourself that it’s okay to be afraid
How to discover and build your personal tribe of heroes
How to rise above your conditioned beliefs about mediocrity
How to make empowering choices without fearful outcomes
How to turn your deepest doubts into actionable tasks that break anxiety and worry
How to seek out those relationships that encourage growth and development
How to take the biggest risk you have ever wanted
What it means to have an abundant mindset, and why you must abandon your fear of loss
How to remove paralyzing thoughts that keep you stuck
How to apply Viktor Frankyl’s Life Lessons to handling anything that happens to you
How to Create BIG MAGIC in your life and live the life you’ve always visioned
152 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 2016
About the author
Scott Allan
34 books56 followersScott Allan is the creator of Do the Hard Things First, the international bestselling book on discipline and action, published in 16 languages and read in over 30 countries.
Through his books, courses, and the H.A.R.D. Framework™, Scott has helped thousands of entrepreneurs, solo creators, and driven professionals stop overthinking, cut through scattered effort, and build the kind of daily action that turns momentum into real results.
A former corporate business trainer in Japan with over 10,000 hours invested in mindset mastery and performance coaching, Scott brings a direct, no-nonsense approach to personal development.
He doesn’t teach motivation—he teaches systems. His work is built on one core belief: the hard thing you’re avoiding is almost always the most important thing you could be doing. And the gap between where you are and where you want to be is closed by facing that thing first, every single day.
Scott’s Do the Hard Things First platform includes the 24-Hour Discipline Reset, the 7-Day Priority Reset, the 30-Day Hard Things Challenge, and a growing community of people committed to doing what matters most.
His weekly newsletter, Hard Things First, reaches readers in dozens of countries with practical strategies for building discipline without relying on willpower.
Whether you’re a founder avoiding a difficult conversation, a creator stuck in planning mode, or a professional who knows exactly what to do but can’t seem to start—Scott’s work gives you the framework to stop spinning and start moving. Today.
Through his books, courses, and the H.A.R.D. Framework™, Scott has helped thousands of entrepreneurs, solo creators, and driven professionals stop overthinking, cut through scattered effort, and build the kind of daily action that turns momentum into real results.
A former corporate business trainer in Japan with over 10,000 hours invested in mindset mastery and performance coaching, Scott brings a direct, no-nonsense approach to personal development.
He doesn’t teach motivation—he teaches systems. His work is built on one core belief: the hard thing you’re avoiding is almost always the most important thing you could be doing. And the gap between where you are and where you want to be is closed by facing that thing first, every single day.
Scott’s Do the Hard Things First platform includes the 24-Hour Discipline Reset, the 7-Day Priority Reset, the 30-Day Hard Things Challenge, and a growing community of people committed to doing what matters most.
His weekly newsletter, Hard Things First, reaches readers in dozens of countries with practical strategies for building discipline without relying on willpower.
Whether you’re a founder avoiding a difficult conversation, a creator stuck in planning mode, or a professional who knows exactly what to do but can’t seem to start—Scott’s work gives you the framework to stop spinning and start moving. Today.
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February 28, 2016
I was fortunate to receive a copy of Scott's book before it became available on Amazon. I was initially intrigued by the title. We all have fears, but who wants to empower them I thought! However, as I read the book, the strategies Scott discusses throughout are actually about enabling you to confront your particular fears head on and in an efficient manner. The book provides useful suggestions for dealing with fear effectively, so you control it vs. it controlling you. Scott realizes everyone has different concerns, and we will always be afraid of something, but the key is to be able to identify the fear and learn to master it without letting self-doubt get in the way. This book is especially useful for those of us who might let fear get in the way of our personal success. I loved the motivational quotes throughout the book too!
April 3, 2016
I was happy to see another Scott Allen book and purchased it right away. I love his easy writing style and his use of personal experiences to get points across.
“You’re NOT your fear. You’re a fearful person who’s been trained to fear what you can’t control.” Mr. Allen shows us how to convert our fear into fearlessness, self-doubt into confidence, and emotional paralysis into steps we can follow. This is a solid, profound book that offers guidelines as to how to take control of our “Fear” monster and make him work to our advantage.
This is an excellent resource for anyone who allows fear to control parts of his/her life. Suppose that would be about all of us.
“You’re NOT your fear. You’re a fearful person who’s been trained to fear what you can’t control.” Mr. Allen shows us how to convert our fear into fearlessness, self-doubt into confidence, and emotional paralysis into steps we can follow. This is a solid, profound book that offers guidelines as to how to take control of our “Fear” monster and make him work to our advantage.
This is an excellent resource for anyone who allows fear to control parts of his/her life. Suppose that would be about all of us.
March 21, 2016
It's a lot better than I thought insight into your life interest
I love this book and it gives insight into your life and your thoughts about the same time as well.
I love this book and it gives insight into your life and your thoughts about the same time as well.
May 15, 2017
I struggled with fear for many years. Sadly, often enough I was fearing for all kind of things that I cannot control. Scott's book is one of the finest on the subject. 'Let your fear in,' is what his Mum said. And wise words they are!
Scott's book will help you face your fears for sure because he understands that 'fear avoidance is the #1 reason our fears take over.' His book made me re-examine many of my fears and put them to sleep.
What I really liked about his book is that he tackles 'our fears,' one by one. 'My fear is so big, no-one has a fear as big as mine,' and, 'My fear is unique,' and so on. Scott's book shows us that any fear can be handled or tackled or be let in and annihilated. Thank you Scott for writing this great guide!
Scott's book will help you face your fears for sure because he understands that 'fear avoidance is the #1 reason our fears take over.' His book made me re-examine many of my fears and put them to sleep.
What I really liked about his book is that he tackles 'our fears,' one by one. 'My fear is so big, no-one has a fear as big as mine,' and, 'My fear is unique,' and so on. Scott's book shows us that any fear can be handled or tackled or be let in and annihilated. Thank you Scott for writing this great guide!
May 17, 2017
Empower your fear is masterfully written and revealed to me that the fears that hold me back the most are not the big fears, but the little ones that I make excuses for. The strategies outlined are not daunting. They are well thought out and ones that are easy to relate to and to apply. This book will be at my bedside along with my previously long-neglected journal. This book has energized me to start journaling again and will continue to give me ways to make journaling more significant.
June 6, 2021
Do not let the fear control you
This is an amazing book which shows the way to empower the fear and start start living with a positive attitude. So basically fear is generated in the mind when we think about think which never happened or foresee to happen. To over come the fear it worth living in the present state of mind.
It is extremely useful to read to this book to come up with strategy, how to lead a positive life by overcoming the fear.
This is an amazing book which shows the way to empower the fear and start start living with a positive attitude. So basically fear is generated in the mind when we think about think which never happened or foresee to happen. To over come the fear it worth living in the present state of mind.
It is extremely useful to read to this book to come up with strategy, how to lead a positive life by overcoming the fear.
November 18, 2019
Read the review I wrote for the second book, then come back here.
Facing fear and doing something about it are the most important things in existence. If you are ready reality and how to deal with it will appear. This book is one of those appearances as well as the companion book to this one. I wrote this review after I read them both for that reason.
Facing fear and doing something about it are the most important things in existence. If you are ready reality and how to deal with it will appear. This book is one of those appearances as well as the companion book to this one. I wrote this review after I read them both for that reason.
May 15, 2017
Another great book from Scott. He's excellent at identifying what holds people back and this is no exception. Fear is everyones enemy and this book gets right to the point on how to address it and overcome it.
April 26, 2020
Brilliant
The greatness of a man or woman is determined by the course they live for and the price they are willing to pay for their achievements. For many, it is the fear of failing that stifles progress. I recommend this book for those who are struggling with fears!
The greatness of a man or woman is determined by the course they live for and the price they are willing to pay for their achievements. For many, it is the fear of failing that stifles progress. I recommend this book for those who are struggling with fears!
May 28, 2021
Worth reading.
Fear is the most creepy Instinct for mankind and very few of them knows how to encounter it . However, after reading this book I came to know certain strategies that will be helpful in eradicating them.
Fear is the most creepy Instinct for mankind and very few of them knows how to encounter it . However, after reading this book I came to know certain strategies that will be helpful in eradicating them.
January 15, 2020
Interesting
The author gives a new and easy approach to face your fears. Very interesting and constructive. It make me think a lot in my own life and purpose.
The author gives a new and easy approach to face your fears. Very interesting and constructive. It make me think a lot in my own life and purpose.
September 18, 2021
Pretty great book
All the worries most humans do feel are clearly explained and the strategies are explained in well verses.good job.. ....
All the worries most humans do feel are clearly explained and the strategies are explained in well verses.good job.. ....
February 19, 2023
"Empower Your Fear" by Scott Allan is a thought-provoking and practical guide to using fear as a tool for personal growth and success. Allan provides readers with a fresh perspective on fear, reframing it as a natural and even necessary part of the human experience.
The book is well-organized, with clear and concise chapters that build upon one another to create a comprehensive framework for understanding and harnessing fear. Allan's writing style is engaging and easy to follow, and he provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers apply his advice to their own lives.
One of the strengths of "Empower Your Fear" is Allan's emphasis on practical application. His advice is actionable and effective, providing readers with concrete steps to overcome their fears and achieve their goals. He also offers valuable insights into how fear can impact professional success, making this book a valuable resource for anyone looking to advance their career.
Overall, the book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to transform fear into a tool for personal and professional growth. Allan's unique perspective, engaging writing style, and practical advice make this book a must-read for anyone looking to harness their fears and achieve their full potential.
The book is well-organized, with clear and concise chapters that build upon one another to create a comprehensive framework for understanding and harnessing fear. Allan's writing style is engaging and easy to follow, and he provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers apply his advice to their own lives.
One of the strengths of "Empower Your Fear" is Allan's emphasis on practical application. His advice is actionable and effective, providing readers with concrete steps to overcome their fears and achieve their goals. He also offers valuable insights into how fear can impact professional success, making this book a valuable resource for anyone looking to advance their career.
Overall, the book is an excellent resource for anyone looking to transform fear into a tool for personal and professional growth. Allan's unique perspective, engaging writing style, and practical advice make this book a must-read for anyone looking to harness their fears and achieve their full potential.
March 27, 2020
A book that will help transform people who are stuck to move on, to change, and to be better versions of themselves. This book raises awareness that negative emotions can serve as motivation factor, an empowerment to be better and to do better. A must book to have.
May 16, 2017
I loved this book! It definitely has everything you need to conquer your fears.
January 22, 2018
the book resonated with me on a personnel level - I can relate to many of the fear narrative prescribed in this book. Scott has well illustrated how one can conquer fear and rise above it and use it to enrich our life.
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