There has probably never been a book that is as timely at Jonathan Fields, “Uncertainty-Turning Fear and Doubt Into Fuel for Brilliance.” We are all living in a world of uncertainty, filled doubt and fear–let’s face it we are living unprecedented times.
In Jonathan’s new book he speaks about the single greatest determinants of high level success as an innovator or creator in any realm is the ability to manage and at times even seek out sustained high levels of uncertainty, bundled lovely with risk of loss and exposure to criticism. He states these three psychic horseman of creation must often not only be sought, but embraced repeatedly and with increasing levels of intensity over extended periods of time. In fact, they are often signposts that you’ve entered your next big creation crux move. Now while this philosophy might seem contrary to the belief that we need to avoid uncertainty and the associated stress, this is where Jonathan states we receive our breakthroughs and are exposed to high levels of inspiration and creativity.
Uncertainty is about what goes on in your head, your heart, and your gut as you strive to create something truly extraordinary. It is about the nutty things we do, the gremlins we battle and the decisions we make and action we take in the pursuit of long-term, large scale creative, artistic, entrepreneurial and organizational greatness. In Uncertainty-Turning Fear and Doubt Into Fuel for Brilliance our author states that it is these three psychic horseman of creation that lead to so much suffering and in spite of the havoc they so often wreck, that they must remain present.
The best part about about this book is that our author provides transformational personal practices that let you feel the uncertainty, risk and exposure necessary to high-level creation, but experience them more as opportunity rather than deep suffering, anxiety and paralysis.
So no matter what you fear or doubt might be about the uncertainty in your life Jonathan teaches you personal techniques that will help you cope with and embrace uncertainty and reframe your vantage point by turning it into a positive. You will also learn to build the tools and strategies into the fabric and culture of your endeavor, allowing them to fuel your own creative efforts and the work of those charged with moving your venture forward on all levels.
If you are interested in learning more about how uncertainty can help you fuel brilliance then I highly recommend reading this book. The stories and advice Jonathan Fields has for the reader are exceptional. I hope you enjoy my interview, and should you want to learn more about the author please click here to be directed to his blog, or watch this great TedX video where Jonathan is speaking about fear and uncertainty.
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