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How to join group activities when you're afraid of being bad

I want to join a recreational sports league but I'm terrified of being the worst player and letting everyone down.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The fear of incompetence has grown so large it blocks all doorways to beginner's joy.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.