**Working on a problem reduces the fear of it.** > Working on a problem reduces the fear of it. > It’s hard to fear a problem when you are making progress on it—even if progress is imperfect and slow. > Action relieves [[anxiety]]. > - James Clear **** # More ## Source - [3-2-1: On compliments, inversion, and the importance of high standards | James Clear](https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1/september-24-2020) ## Related - [[Just Do It]] - [[Understanding isn't Doing]] - [[Bias Toward Action]] - [[Motivation Follows Action]] - [[Commit for a Bit]] - ... increased [[focus]] decreased [[anxiety]]