Success fears: You're Not the Only One

Fear of success and its consequences

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They talked about "brand identity" and i don't even know what that means. …

success fears

Does anyone else find themselves physically unable to finish a project because the result of SUCCESS looks like a total nightmare?

success fears

terrified of RUINING it? …

success fears

I don't even know why I'm writing this because if anyone from my school found it they'd know it was me in like two seconds since there's only fifty people in my grade and everyone talks, but I feel… …

success fears

I finally did it, I got the keys and moved into the place on 4th and Main, the one with the floor-to-ceiling windows and the stupidly expensive marble in the kitchen. …

imposter syndrome

I’ve spent forty years in corporate offices, you know? …

imposter syndrome

Said I’m the new Director. …

family obligation guilt

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Frequently Asked Questions

Am I the only one who experiences success fears?▾
No — 67 people have shared anonymous thoughts about success fears on this platform. It's a common human experience that many keep hidden.
Is it normal to have thoughts about success fears?▾
These thoughts and feelings are more common than most people realize. By sharing anonymously, people often discover that what felt uniquely shameful is actually a shared human experience.
How can sharing anonymously help?▾
Research shows that expressing hidden thoughts — even anonymously — can reduce shame and help people feel less isolated. Seeing others share similar experiences normalizes what you're going through.

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