I believe the comment was meant to motivate, or provoke a bit of self-reflection; not for trolling. Many people are unwilling, or can't or look for excuses to

I believe the comment was meant to motivate, or provoke a bit of self-reflection; not for trolling. Many people are unwilling, or can't or look for excuses to not take the first step because fear[1][2] might be (secretly) hindering them. I was offered a great job and I was afraid/unwilling to take the job because of the responsibility in involved (even though, I would've loved the job) and was afraid I wouldn't be up to the task or my own expectations (now I realise I would've been more than capable). Although, my issue was a consequence of a much bigger emotional problem, I wouldn't have ever resolved it, if it wasn't for a tactless and stubborn friend who forced me into helping myself. Just my two cents. -- [1]:Atychiphobia [2]: or Jonah's complex