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How I think about nervousness

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Hey, I’m Rohan!

I write thoughts about life and career strategy a few times a month.

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I love when I feel nervous - which I know sounds a bit weird. Why? Because I’ve realized it means I’m doing something I genuinely care about, or something outside my comfort zone (a good place to be!).

Most people rarely get to feel genuinely nervous. They don't get to work on something they care deeply about, or something that's truly new to them. (This might sound a bit woo woo, but...) it’s such a pure emotion and you’re lucky enough to feel it!

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From Coached Weekly, issue 348.

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