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Finally, Jacobson discusses the natural fear associated with change. The familiar, even if painful, feels safer than the uncertainty that accompanies growth. He recounts his childhood struggle with the fear of diving, illustrating that transformation inherently involves discomfort and risk.
He advocates that meaningful growth requires embracing the "void" or "vacuum" of transition—shedding old layers to reach new heights. Success and progress demand stepping into the unknown, although it’s often the greatest source of fear.