by promising a client a deadline and sticking to it despite the fear.
One of my friend had a similar journey. He would prefer deadlines (from clients) to get work done. Yet his own apps are never executed because no one is going to give him deadlines.
For many, the "external" pressure creates action. Perhaps you also prefer this way! :)
You are right, expectations kill moments. This is something I need to reflect on further.
Right. I was reading a spiritual book where it was mentioned to walk one step at a time. Not thousands. Applies here too. We lower expectations by looking closer and not farther. By doing one thing right now. And not hundreds.
Wishing you all the best.