“How do I dance with the fear? Fear is not the enemy. Paralysis is the enemy.” - Seth Godin
Hey there, my wonderful Scare Your Soul tribe!
I just had to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for being a part of this incredible community. Seriously, you all blow my mind with how we're growing together.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart!
Now, let's dive into something that's been consuming my thoughts lately.
As you know, I am absolutely head over heels in love with Scare Your Soul. It's become the greatest passion of my life, and I can't help but talk about it every chance I get.
Whether it's giving speeches, appearing on podcasts, or doing interviews, I seize every opportunity to share the power of having a courage mindset.
But here's the kicker: despite my enthusiasm and wholehearted commitment, when the time comes to actually step up and do the thing, nervousness takes hold of me. I'm talking heart-pounding, stomach-churning nerves.
Yep, you heard it right.
EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.
So, to give you a glimpse into my vulnerability, I decided to record a little video sharing my thoughts as I geared up to speak in front of a whopping 110 organizations on Zoom.
Trust me, the nerves were real, my friends.
Despite the nerves, I pushed through.
I took a deep breath and found the courage to show up and share our message.
Why am I telling you all this?
Because I want you to know that being scared is normal.
It's part of the journey. Even I, your Scare Your Soul advocate, feel the fear every step of the way.
But you know what else?
I feel the fear and do it anyway.
So, my courageous friends, let's embrace our nerves, face our fears, and keep moving forward.
Together, we'll inspire each other to conquer the challenges that come our way, one step at a time.
This Week’s Scare Your Soul Challenge: Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway
We love nesting in our cozy comfort zones because they offer us a warm blanket of familiarity and security.
But here's the thing: to really spread our wings and soar, we gotta kick that comfort zone to the curb and step into the wild, untamed territory of the fear zone.
That's where the magic happens, my friends.
So, this week, take time to remember:
Fear is a total jerk, but it's not the boss of you: Fear is a companion on your journey, not the one calling the shots. You have the power to acknowledge fear's presence and move forward despite its nagging presence.
Action is your secret weapon against fear: Don't let fear keep you stuck in the mud! The book urges you to take action, no matter how small, as a way to combat fear. By mustering up the courage to take those baby steps, you reclaim your strength and show fear who's really in charge.
From victimhood to badassery: Say goodbye to playing the victim and hello to becoming a total badass in your own life. Step up and take responsibility for your choices. It's time to embrace your inner creator, showing fear that you are the one calling the shots.
Embrace the power of positive mojo: Kick negativity to the curb and embrace the power of positive thinking. The book teaches you how to use affirmations, visualization, and a shift in mindset to build up your self-confidence. By rewiring your thoughts, you can drown out fear's incessant chatter and cultivate a resilient and courageous spirit.
Just out today! Take a listen to the Passion Struck Podcast!
I listen to a LOT of podcasts, and I have to say that this one - created and run by the amazing John R. Miles - is one of my sincere favorites. So it was an honor to be on it, and it debuts TODAY!
I’d love it if you would consider buying - or gifting - my book, Scare Your Soul: 7 Powerful Principles to Harness Fear and Lead Your Most Courageous Life. Available on Amazon and bookstores everywhere.