Episode 23: The Fear of Success (Yes! It'a a thing!)

Send us Fan MailWe talk a lot about fear of failure.But what about the fear of things actually going well?In this episode of Sick of Pricks, we’re digging into the quieter, sneakier fear that shows up right when things start working. The moment you gain momentum. The moment your numbers improve. The moment consistency starts to feel possible.That weird urge to pull back, slow down, or stop before you “jinx it”?Yeah. That’s not a lack of motivation. And it’s not laziness.It’s fear of success.We talk about why success can feel heavy instead of exciting, especially when you’re living with diabetes. How success can challenge your identity, trigger pressure, and make you feel like you have to maintain everything perfectly or not at all.We also talk about what it actually looks like to welcome success instead of flinching from it. Not with hype or toxic positivity, but with awareness, staying power, and a lot more self-trust.If you’ve ever noticed yourself pulling back right when things were clicking, this episode is for you.In this episode, we talk about:Why fear of success often looks like “being realistic”How diabetes adds pressure to wins and progressWhy starting over can feel safer than stayingIdentity shifts that come with consistency and changeWhat it really means to welcome success without demanding perfectionLetting things be good without pre-grieving the fallYou’re not broken for hesitating when things start working. You’re learning how to exist in a version of your life that doesn’t revolve around constant struggle.And that takes time.***🫶🏻 Connect with Mary: On FacebookOn IGOn TikTokJoin The Sisterhood, Mary's wellness program for women hereFind diabetes support for women here--> Sugar Mama Strong Diabetes SupportFind diabetes support for men here--> Dudes with DiabetesMedical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or heard in this podcast. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.