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The Anxiety of Momentum
When moving forward creates fear instead of relief
Momentum is supposed to feel freeing.
But sometimes it creates anxiety instead.
Why?
Because momentum removes excuses.
When progress is visible, avoidance becomes harder.
When capability is proven, hiding behind uncertainty no longer works.
That tension isn’t a warning sign—it’s exposure.
The mind begins asking harder questions:
How far can this actually go?
What happens if this continues?
What if consistency is required now?
This is where many people unconsciously sabotage momentum—not because they can’t continue, but because continuation demands identity-level commitment.
Stalling feels safer than fully stepping into responsibility.
But safety has never built anything meaningful.
Reflection Question:
Is anxiety coming from lack of progress—or fear of what progress requires next?
~ Praise God
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