I suspect that the "fear of looking bad" causes you to stand back in silence when you should be speaking up and to straddle fences rather than showing strength, determination, and conviction.
I'm not controlled by your fears, so don't try to chastize me because you are fearful.
No, I take stances that show strength, determination, and conviction.
WHEN I'M RIGHT.
Sorry, look, you have the right to think what you want, I guess I'll leave it at that.