How to Overcome Your Fear of Failure

"You tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try." --Homer Simpson
It's that whole "failed miserably" thing that stops many people from launching a new business, asking for a raise, writing that screenplay, and just taking risks in general. Over at PickTheBrain, author John Wesley offers seven ways you can overcome this fear of failure. Here's a sample:

Put the worst-case scenario in perspective - One of the most powerful questions posed by Tim Ferriss in the 4-Hour Workweek is: If you chase your dreams and fall flat on your face, worst-case scenario, how long will it take you to recover? The answer is probably less than you expect. How hard would it really be to find another job? Chances are you could recover completely in a few months. Is the fear of a few rough months strong enough to keep you in a mediocre situation indefinitely?