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You know the expression, "Feel the fear and do it anyway"? Hmm. Easier said than done, right? Especially if your goal or dream — whether it's to travel solo around the world or embark on an exciting new career — often requires you to frequently and consistently take actions that are currently far outside your comfort zone. One way to make the discomfort more manageable is to think about that scary thing you know you must do the way an athlete would a tough workout — something that's uncomfortable in the moment but ultimately makes your stronger and more likely to succeed. In this episode, I talk about how I manage my anxieties around public speaking. Take a listen, and let me know how you're building your bravery muscles! Further resourcesSince we're on the topic of of public speaking, please know that if you shudder at the thought of speaking before a group of people , you are in very good company. Here are a few articles addressing the topic from: The Mayo Clinic (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashing-the-brainblocks/201711/how-conquer-the-fear-public-speaking) Psychology Today (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashing-the-brainblocks/201711/how-conquer-the-fear-public-speaking) The American Psychological Assoication (https://www.apa.org/monitor/2017/02/tips-speaking) Whether it's public speaking that has you feeling paralyzed or something else, it's important to understand that managing your mind can help you manage the fear. Here (https://medium.com/be-a-brilliant-writer/its-time-to-stop-holding-yourself-back-from-all-you-ever-wanted-feel-the-fear-and-do-it-anyway-by-4bc919a76fe8) is an excellent summary of the classic book by Dr. Susan Jeffers, Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway. Take a look at some of the exercises, designed to help you adopt a fear-busting mindset. Work with meAs a certified life coach who works with people who identify as '"quiet," "introverted" or "shy," I love helping my clients identify their limiting beliefs and overhaul their mindset. To learn more and/or book a free 20-minute coaching mini-session, please email me at stephanie2yourbeautifulbaggage.com. (stephanie@yourbeautifulbaggage.com)