💕veronica💕Nov 14, 2017
How do you get over the thought of "I'm too scared to try and learn/do x because I'm going to be bad at it?"
Show threadMarianne Kirby (The Rotund)Nov 15, 2017

@jorty Like, everyone’s advice about accepting the learning process is great but on a concrete level I also work really hard to figure out the conditions that set me up for success.

So, I know I am more likely to be comfortable with failure if I attempt something for the first time without people watching. That means I learn great from video where I can watch several times in a row and make my first attempt in private.

Other people need encouragement and personal instruction.

Marianne Kirby (The Rotund)Nov 15, 2017
Show threadMarianne Kirby (The Rotund)

@jorty Ultimately only you can figure out your learning style but once you do it will help because you have a way to counter some of the anxiety.

I also really recommend trying LOTS of new things. Practice failing! It’s a skill just like anything else. The more you do it, the less it feels like everything depends on immediate success.

Remind yourself that your worth is not dependent on your success at a rando skill - your worth is reflected in your willingness to learn.

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