Fear: The Biggest Liar and Greatest Thief

By: Cathy Mott Published on: 09/23/2024

Fear is an emotion most of us wrestle with, often without recognizing it by name. As a coach, I see this repeatedly with executive clients. When I ask, "What’s on your mind today?" they often describe external events that stir up strong emotions. However, beneath the surface, it's fear - an elusive and deceiving emotion. Defined by some as False Evidence Appearing Real, fear cleverly hides behind stories of blame and external causes. And so, many unknowingly fall victim to fear - the biggest liar.