Astrology Reasons Behind Fear Of Failure

Ever had a thought to do something and just at the last minute your heart sinks? Then a voice in your head says, "what if it doesn't work out?" and you're not so sure anymore. That feeling has a name. It is known as fear of failure. So if you've been curious as to why some feel it stronger than others, astrology might have some interesting answers for you as well.

Before you get the impression this is too crazy, we'll wait and listen to you. Don't just look at your horoscope in the morning paper; astrology is bigger than that. This is an extremely age-old science of understanding human nature based upon the position of planets at the time of birth. Your birth chart can tell a surprisingly honest story when it comes to deep-rooted fears, such as the fear of failure. 

Fear of failure isn't just one emotion in astrology. It is a combination of self-doubt, overthinking, emotional sensitivity, and the strong need for approval. Various planets and houses of your birth chart govern different aspects of this fear.

Your birth chart is like the map of your inner landscape. Each planet resides in one location on that map, and depending on the position, it will either support or create tension in you. If some planets are weak or stressed, they manifest in your mind as hesitation, self-doubt, and yes, fear of trying because you're too afraid of getting it wrong. 

When it comes to fear and a sense of failure in Astrology, there is no one heavier than Saturn. Saturn is also known as Shani, the planet of discipline, the planet of karma, the planet of delay, and the planet of hard lessons in Vedic astrology.

Saturn is the kind of strict teacher in school that doesn't accept anything. If Saturn is located in an adverse position within the horoscope or is transited by Saturn in a period called Shani Dasha or Shani Sade Sati, then it gives a very strong sense of being inadequate. You begin to feel that no matter how hard you try, it won't work out. This planet makes you hyperaware of consequences, which may be good in small amounts but deadly in too many.

Saturn in the 5th house of a birth chart is particularly known for this. The 5th House is linked to creativity, intelligence, and self-expression. Saturn's presence there typically causes a person to be inhibited from expressing oneself freely. They second guess their thoughts. They fear harsh criticism for their creative work. So they don't bother to try; it's safer not to try than to fail in front of everyone.

Saturn isn't doing this to punish you. That's what it does to make you stronger. However, it may be quite burdensome in the interim. 

In Vedic astrology, Rahu is a shadow planet. It has no physical body, but its impact and intensity are real and strong. Rahu is said to represent obsession, illusion, confusion, and craving for recognition. This pairing is one that creates fear of failure in a distinct manner.

If Rahu is placed in an inauspicious sign, particularly along with Saturn (the Rahu-Saturn combination is called Shrapit Dosha), it intensifies Saturn's fear-based tendencies. This leaves one person desperately wanting to succeed but also dreading failure. They crave attention but are afraid of the consequences of the spotlight focusing on their weaknesses.

Rahu in the 5th house forms an interesting pattern. It brings with it a great craving for recognition and fame and mental restlessness and confusion. An individual in this sign might feel like they're on the verge of a huge success but always fall short at the last minute. The fear of failure lurks in the background in that pull-back. 

In astrology, your Moon sign is related to your emotions, your mind, and your deepest sense of security. Strong Moon provides emotional balance and the courage to deal with the unknown. A weak or diseased Moon does the reverse.

If the Moon is weak in your horoscope, in the sixth, eighth or twelfth house or gets the maleficant influence, then, it makes you emotionally unstable. You feel very conscious of others' perceptions of you. The concept of attempting and falling short in front of others is unappealing. This is not a sign of weakness. This is the Moon at work as it has been doing all along. It mirrors your emotions.

Those who had a difficult Moon sign were likely to have experienced difficult childhoods in which they felt unsupported in their feelings or got punished or not forgiven for their errors. The Moon holds those memories, and those old wounds manifest in the form of fear of failure as an adult.

The position of your Sun in your birth chart is your identity, healthy Ego and self-worth. If the sun is shining, you can trust in yourself even when it does not work out. Self-confidence is really affected when the Sun is weak or debilitated (as is the case when in Libra in Vedic astrology).

The weak sun can bring about dependency on your own approval from others. You do things because you want approval and not because you believe in what you're doing. And when the approval is unsure, you don't want to make the attempt at all. That's how a weakened or sick Sun says to you, "Don't worry, I will do it for you. You're not frightened to fail because you're afraid. When you do, you're afraid of what people will think of you.

Mars represents action, energy, and bravery. Mars provides that motivation to pursue what you desire if you're in the right frame of mind. However, if Mars is not well placed or not at ease in a birth chart, it generates a different type of fear. Rather than providing you with energy, it produces restlessness and anxiety.

If Mars is poorly placed, it will initiate things with a lot of enthusiasm and then freeze when things get difficult. They feel pressured when forced to see things through to the end. The fear here is not only failure to achieve but also failure to confront, to put in the effort, and to exhaust themselves before halfway. When imbalanced, Mars can be your enemy in this manner. 

Each sign is unique when it comes to fear of failure, but some signs are more affected by fear of failure than others, depending on their ruling planets and natural tendencies. 

• Leo: Since Leos are dominated by the Sun and need recognition and leadership, the fear of failure is very strong. For a Leo, it's quite disconcerting to fail in public, even to let others down, because of their self-image. The main thing they fear is not failing but being pitied. 

• Capricorn: Satisfying the fear of failure is nearly a part of their nature since Capricorn is ruled by Saturn. Capricorns have very high expectations. They are afraid to fail, and this can cause them to be hesitant to take chances even if they have a good chance. 

• Virgo: Virgo is ruled by the planet Mercury, and they are perfectionists. Because of their attention to doing things well, it's easy for Virgos to get stuck when they consider that there might be a way it could be done wrong. Their inner critic is a loud one in the zodiac. 

• Cancer: Cancer is a sign of the Moon and is very emotional. Cancerians are afraid of failure, as they invest much emotional value in the results. For them it's not merely a missed target; it's a rejection of their person. 

• Aries: This is another area where Aries unexpectedly faces a challenge. On the outside, Aries is bold, but on the inside, they don't like the thought of not winning. It is very real what they are afraid of, the fear of not living up to their own expectations, but they put up a brave face.

The houses of your horoscope are as significant as the planets in astrology. Here are three houses that are related directly to fear of failure: 

The 1st House (Ascendant): it is related to your character, persona, self-image, and approach to the world. A weak or very weak 1st house will make a person feel unskilled at something, constantly doubt his/her ability, and feel that he/she is not capable.

The 5th House: It is associated with your creativity, intelligence, and risky moves. If the malefic planets (Saturn and Rahu) are placed here, it causes fear in expressing yourself and fear of judgment in your ideas. 

The 10th House: It signifies career, reputation, and public achievement. If the house suffers some afflictions, then it can cause a great fear of failure in the job. The person having the troubled 10th house thinks that no matter what they do, they will still not be able to excel and get good results. 

You may not live with fear of failure. It can sometimes get worse at certain times. These are called Mahadasha and Antardasha (big and small periods) in Vedic astrology. For instance, in the Saturn Mahadasha, many individuals may experience sudden feelings of insecurity, concern for results, and inaction. This is a temporary solution. It is a phase.

Likewise, Mercury Retrograde is a period when communication, decision-making, and self-confidence may suffer. In the meantime, many feel less confident and more apprehensive about making a mistake. A knowledge of these cycles can help you pay attention to yourself when the fear comes as more of a challenge than usual.

Understanding the astrological reasons for your fear of failure is not only fascinating; it is also helpful. It is actually helpful since the following step to alter is being conscious.

Here are a few examples of how astrological insights can be of assistance: 

• Strengthening the Sun: Over a period of time, watering the Sun in the morning (Surya Arghya) and other strengthening techniques can develop self-confidence over time. 

• Chanting Saturn mantras: The Traditional Vedic remedy to alleviate the negative impact of Saturn in the mind is chanting Saturn mantras or doing charity on Saturday. 

• Moon remedies: The use of moon remedies such as consuming water stored in a silver container, wearing a pearl (after consulting with an astrologer), or spending time around water can help calm the mind that is prone to fear. 

• Understanding your Dasha periods: Knowing your Dasha periods enables you to plan better. When you're in a tricky Saturn time, you might want to wait to make big bets. Perhaps you should be preparing and doing your own work now. 

• Reading your birth chart holistically: It's important to look at your birth chart as a whole chart and not only look at the bad placements. All charts have their merits. If you find yours, it can really impact your self-perception.