Stop Asking 'What If I Fail?' (Ask This Instead)

Are you trapped in a cycle of "what if I fail?" thinking that's keeping you from pursuing your biggest goals and dreams?

In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, hosts Matt Bonelli and Garrett Frey tackle one of the biggest obstacles to success: the natural tendency to focus on negative "what if" scenarios instead of positive possibilities. They reveal why our brains default to worst-case thinking and provide practical strategies for flipping the script.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• Why we always focus on negative "what ifs" instead of positive outcomes
• The board-breaking exercise that helps eliminate fear-based thinking
• How to use the "crumple and throw away" technique for negative thoughts
• Why asking "what if nothing changes?" is the most powerful question
• The difference between objective analysis and fear-based excuses
• Real-life examples of successful "what if it works?" thinking
• How negative media consumption amplifies worst-case scenario thinking
• Practical frameworks for making decisions based on possibility, not fear

Key Topics Covered:

Fear-based decision making, mindset transformation, goal achievement, risk assessment, positive thinking strategies, overcoming limiting beliefs, business decision making, life transitions, confidence building, and success psychology.

Matt and Garrett share personal stories about their own "what if" moments, including their decision to launch Life at 10/10ths and major life transitions. They provide actionable techniques for identifying when you're stuck in negative thinking patterns and how to redirect your focus toward empowering possibilities.

Perfect for: Entrepreneurs facing big decisions, real estate agents considering career moves, anyone feeling stuck by fear of failure, people contemplating major life changes, and business professionals looking to overcome limiting beliefs.

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Tags: mindset, fear, decision making, goal setting, success psychology, entrepreneurship, real estate, business growth, personal development, limiting beliefs, confidence, risk taking