TWFO Couple - Matt & Paige Robinson
TWFO Couple - Matt & Paige Robinson
#268 - Mindset Monday: Scared of Failing or Scared of Succeeding
#268 - Mindset Monday: Scared of Failing or Scared of Succeeding
#268 - Mindset Monday: Scared of Failing or Scared of Succeeding
Monday 24th November 2025
Matt Robinson discusses fears of success and failure in addiction recovery, highlighting the importance of high standards and accountability.
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TWFO Couple - Matt & Paige Robinson
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Episode Overview
- Many fear success more than failure due to raised expectations.
- Comfort can hinder long-term recovery progress.
- High standards from loved ones can drive personal growth.
- Spouses may lower expectations to avoid confrontation.
- Raising personal standards leads to transformative results.
High standards breed high results, man.
Curious about how people manage their sobriety journey while facing fears of both failure and success? This episode of Till The Wheels Fall Off with Matt Robinson tackles the unique challenge of setting personal standards in recovery and relationships. Matt dives into why many people, especially men, might fear success more than failure, and how comfort can become the enemy in long-term recovery.
Sharing his own experiences, Matt reflects on how he kept his personal standards low for years, avoiding accountability and commitment to change. He credits his wife Paige's high standards for pushing him to become the person he is today, discussing the power of being held accountable by loved ones. The episode also explores how spouses might lower their expectations to avoid confrontation, and how raising personal standards can lead to transformative results.
If you're wondering whether you're more afraid of failing or succeeding in your journey to sobriety, this episode might just give you the clarity you need. Ready to raise the bar in your life? Dive into this engaging discussion and find out what happens when you stop settling for the bare minimum.