What if fear of success wasn’t about reaching your goals, but about what success might cost you?

In this episode, Safiya and I dive into one of the most misunderstood blocks I see in high-achieving entrepreneurs: the fear of success.

We talk about how fear of success is rarely about ambition. It’s often a deeply rooted fear that if we succeed, we’ll lose something we’re not ready to let go of. Whether that’s connection, freedom, rest, love, or identity.

This conversation explores how your nervous system can react to success as if it’s a threat, and how that shows up as procrastination, burnout, or emotional withdrawal after a win. And we explore how to begin shifting that fear, not by pushing harder, but by listening to what it’s trying to protect.

What You’ll Learn:

• How fear of success shows up in sneaky ways
• Why success can trigger the same stress response as failure
• What your subconscious is trying to avoid when you hold yourself back
• A real client story that reveals how fear of success masked itself as income inconsistency
• How to rewire your relationship with success so it finally feels safe to grow

Resources & Links:

• Take the quiz: What's Your Biggest Subconscious Business Block? You’ll also get a personalized blueprint to help you shift it, step by step.
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Your Next Steps:

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It might help them realize they’re not afraid of failing, they’re actually afraid of what they might lose if they succeed.

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The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition, nor does it constitute a therapeutic relationship. All views expressed are my own. You should always consult with your own medical, mental health, legal, and financial professionals before making any decisions.