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The speaker begins by acknowledging that many people are paralyzed by fear and opt to remain in a mediocre or "middle" space—neither experiencing true satisfaction nor suffering overtly. This state of tolerance for the in-between is often driven by the fear of the unknown and discomfort associated with change.
An example is shared from childhood, illustrating how even a simple act like learning to dive can evoke irrational fears. The speaker recounts how, despite being a good swimmer, they hesitated to dive from the diving board due to fear. It took an act of encouragement—being pushed into the water—to overcome that obstacle. This personal story underscores that sometimes, growth requires external forces or circumstances to push us past our resistance.