From Fear to Fearless: Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs with The Proximity Principle

Stop Letting Fear Run Your Career

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your skills, your resume, or your network—but your own mind? In The Proximity Principle, Ken Coleman exposes the silent saboteurs of success: fear, pride, and doubt. The truth is, even the most successful people felt unqualified, rejected, or unsure at the start. What set them apart wasn’t fearlessness, but the willingness to act despite fear.



Coleman shares stories of icons like Steve Jobs, who didn’t hesitate to ask for help as a kid, and countless professionals who faced dozens of rejections before getting a “yes.” The lesson? Rejection is redirection. Pride, meanwhile, can keep you isolated—so embrace humility and ask for guidance. And when doubt creeps in, remember: action is the antidote. The book offers practical steps to reframe your thinking, build resilience, and surround yourself with people who believe in you. When you conquer your inner critics, you’re free to seek out the right people and places—and that’s when the magic happens. [[1]](#__1) [[2]](#__2)