08/22/2025
Great perspective
Most runners know what it feels like to be haunted by the fear of failure. That voice in your head that whispers “What if I can’t finish? What if I’m too slow? What if I’m not good enough?”
But David Goggins puts it perfectly: don’t be motivated by the fear of failure. Be motivated by the possibility of success.
Fear will always drain you. It’s heavy, it’s exhausting, and it keeps you small. Success, on the other hand, pulls you forward. It’s lighter, it’s exciting, and it reminds you why you started in the first place.
Think about it this way: if you sign up for a race only because you’re afraid of failing, every run becomes a punishment. You’ll lace up your shoes with dread, not drive. But if you focus on the possibility of what’s waiting for you at the finish line pride, confidence, strength, and growth you start running with purpose.
Every workout becomes an opportunity instead of an obligation. Every tough mile is a step closer to proving to yourself that you can do more than you ever imagined.
The truth is, success doesn’t have to mean winning a race. It can mean setting a new PR, finishing your first marathon, or simply being consistent day after day. Success is personal. And once you chase it instead of fearing failure, everything changes.
The next time doubt creeps in, flip the script. Don’t run away from failure run toward success. That’s where growth lives.