EPISODE · Oct 20, 2025 · 11 MIN
You’re Allowed to Want More... Even if You’re Scared
from Swearing Is Allowed · host Haley Veronyak, RP
Understanding the Fear of Success and Self-SabotageIn this episode of 'Swearing is Allowed', psychotherapist Haley Veronyak delves into the fear of success and its impact on personal growth. She discusses how fear doesn’t always look like panic but can manifest quietly, leading to self-sabotage just as success begins. Haley shares personal experiences and client stories, illustrating the internal battles many face when life starts to go well. She introduces concepts like the 'upper limit problem' and offers strategies to overcome fear-driven behavior, emphasizing the importance of micro expansions and self-alignment. Haley also answers a listener's question about discerning between misalignment and fear of success, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own patterns and beliefs surrounding success. Tune in to understand how wanting more in life is part of growing and not something to fear.00:00 Introduction to Fear of Success01:08 A Personal Story of Success and Fear03:12 Understanding the Upper Limit Problem05:18 Navigating Fear and Growth06:40 Listener Question: Fear of Promotion07:45 Embracing Authenticity and Alignment09:55 Reflective Questions and ConclusionFollow and submit questions @SwearingisAllowed on instagram
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Understanding the Fear of Success and Self-SabotageIn this episode of 'Swearing is Allowed', psychotherapist Haley Veronyak delves into the fear of success and its impact on personal growth. She discusses how fear doesn’t always look like panic but can manifest quietly, leading to self-sabotage just as success begins. Haley shares personal experiences and client stories, illustrating the internal battles many face when life starts to go well. She introduces concepts like the 'upper limit problem' and offers strategies to overcome fear-driven behavior, emphasizing the importance of micro expansions and self-alignment. Haley also answers a listener's question about discerning between misalignment and fear of success, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own patterns and beliefs surrounding success. Tune in to understand how wanting more in life is part of growing and not something to fear.00:00 Introduction to Fear of Success01:08 A Personal Story of Success and Fear03:12 Understanding the Upper Limit Problem05:18 Navigating Fear and Growth06:40 Listener Question: Fear of Promotion07:45 Embracing Authenticity and Alignment09:55 Reflective Questions and ConclusionFollow and submit questions @SwearingisAllowed on instagram
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