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Here are the previous NextLetters you might want to read if you haven’t already: Courage To Face Your Future, First Days of School and How Angst Can Shape Your Future.

ONE QUESTION TO ASK YOURSELF

Take a moment to think about where your energy goes. Is it fueling the future you truly want, or is it tied up in reacting to what’s uncertain?

A conversation on exactly that question

During my stay here in Germany, I had a conversation with two incredible people about life, the world, and how uncertain everything feels these days. Midway through, one of them turned to me and asked, “Frederik, are you never afraid of what could happen in the future?” I paused. “I feel fear too,” I told them. “But instead of letting that fear lead, I try to focus on the future I want to create.” It’s about shifting from Zeitgeist—being shaped by the present moment—to Zukunftsgeist—allowing the future we envision to guide us forward. When we see fear as part of the journey, it becomes less about holding us back and more about motivating us to create a future that excites us.

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TWO PERSPECTIVES TO CONSIDER

ONE EXPERIMENT FOR YOUR WEEK

Turn Fear Into Fuel

Choose one action this week that aligns with your future vision, rather than the fears of the unknown. Whether it’s starting a new habit, exploring a long-term goal, or having a meaningful conversation, let this action move you toward the future you want. Every choice shapes the path ahead. Let me know how embracing Zukunftsgeist changes your week! As always, send your reflections, thoughts, or experiences by simply replying to this email. Let me know if you’d prefer to remain anonymous and if I’m allowed to share your story with the community.

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