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Biggest fear Quote by Robert Kegan

“How do we help people (whether individuals or groups) to make their third column commitments visible? We begin by surfacing the biggest fears that arise in considering doing the opposite of any or all of the second-column behaviors. In” quote by Robert Kegan
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““How do we help people (whether individuals or groups) to make their third column commitments visible? We begin by surfacing the biggest fears that arise in considering doing the opposite of any or all of the second-column behaviors. In””

Robert Kegan

About This Quote

Source Book: An Invitation to Adult Development, 2009

Making hidden fears visible helps people commit to change by confronting what they avoid.

In simple terms: Seeing fears helps change.

Key Takeaway

Surface fears to enable commitment.

Themes

growth fear commitment

Mood

reflective motivated

Type

developmental coaching

When to use this quote

  • coaching
  • team building
  • personal development

Key Concepts

self‑awareness psychological safety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fear blocks your next step?
  • How can safe spaces reduce that fear?
A Different Perspective

Fear exposure can cause resistance if not supported.

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