You’ve been calling fear “common sense” your entire life — and it’s been manipulating your decisions more than any enemy, obstacle, or circumstance ever could. In this episode of The MindShifter Audio Blog, Fatima Bey exposes the subtle, seductive ways fear disguises itself as logic, responsibility, humility, and caution, convincing you that staying small is the wise choice.This isn’t a motivational pep talk. It’s a direct confrontation with the voice in your head that sounds so reasonable — yet quietly destroys your potential. If you're tired of hesitating, tired of playing safe, and tired of watching fear run your life while calling itself “good judgment,” this one will hit home.You already know what you should be doing. Now it’s time to do it.🔗 Read the full blog post:https://www.fatimabey.com/stop-mistaking-fear-for-common-sense🕰 Chapters00:00 - Stop Calling Fear “Common Sense”The truth about the voice in your head and how fear pretends to be logical.02:15 - The Many Costumes Fear WearsHow fear disguises itself as timing, realism, responsibility, humility, logic, and caring.04:45 - When Playing It Safe Becomes Self-SabotageThe story of settling for mediocre work instead of stepping into your calling.06:20 - The Moment You Choose Faith Over FearHow one decision transformed your business, your identity, and your trajectory.07:10 - Fear Is Not Your AdvisorWhy fear’s warnings are lies — and how they quietly kill your potential.08:40 - The Truth About Readiness and CourageThe reality no one wants to hear: courage is a decision, not a feeling.09:37 - Name the Excuse and Take the First StepIdentifying the thing you’re avoiding and moving toward it today, not someday.11:00 - Fear’s Time Is Up (Your Turn Begins)Calling out the lie, reclaiming your power, and choosing action over excuses.💡 TakeawaysStop mistaking your excuses for common sense.Fear is a manipulative voice that stalls your future.Recognize how fear shows up as “logic,” “realism,” and “responsibility.”Waiting is often a form of gentle self-sabotage.Courage isn’t a feeling — it’s a decision you make.You have the power to change your internal narrative.Fear doesn’t deserve a vote in your decisions.Pay attention to what excites and terrifies you — that’s your direction.Take action today, not after you feel “ready.”Your potential expands the moment you stop listening to fear.🔊 Sound Bites“You know that voice is a liar.”“You’re done letting fear dress up as wisdom.”“Go do the thing that scares you.”Read the full transcript on Listen Notes.Thank you for listening.For more MindShifting content and resources: https://www.fatimabey.comSubscribe to The MindShifter Blog: https://www.fatimabey.com/blog1#1701160625Explore MindShift Coaching and other services: https://www.fatimabey.com/mindshift-coachingSupport The MindShifter Audio Blog: