People who avoid their fears also avoid their power.

About This Quote

This quote aptly describes a person who is afraid to do what they need to do so that they can live their life. They live life in fear of failure, feeling like an outcast, or feeling like they are not good enough. They choose to avoid these fears by avoiding their power. They do not go after what they want because they are afraid of what could happen if they fail.

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