Do It Scared – Cultivate Courage: The Courage Episode You Didn’t Know You Needed

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Have you ever felt like courage is something only “other people” have or wondered how to cultivate courage when every instinct tells you to stay safe? You see those people who seem to glide through life, tackling challenges with ease, without the heavy weight of fear or doubt holding them back. You might wonder if there’s some secret sauce to living with courage, or if it’s just something you’re missing.

Here’s the truth: courage is cultivated.
It’s not something you’re born with—it’s something you build, step by step, over time.

In our latest episode, “Do It Scared: The Courage Episode You Didn’t Know You Needed,” we reveal exactly how to cultivate courage every day—even when fear tries to win.

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In this episode, we explore why courage is essential, how it functions in our daily lives, and how you can start cultivating it today, even if you’re afraid. That’s right—courage and fear can coexist, and that’s exactly how we’re going to get you moving forward.

Let’s break it down:

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Why Courage is Crucial in Your Life

Courage isn’t just about doing dramatic, once-in-a-lifetime things like skydiving or launching a business. It’s the little decisions, too—the ones where we face uncertainty and choose to move forward anyway.

Courage is essential for:

Overcoming the fear of the unknown
Taking leaps when the future feels uncertain
Making decisions in your life that bring you closer to who you’re meant to be
Choosing growth over comfort

Without courage, we stay stuck in what’s familiar—even if that familiarity is holding us back.

What’s Holding You Back?

A lot of times, fear is the thing that holds us back from making those bold moves. But here’s something to think about: not all fear is the same. Fear of failure? That’s natural. Fear of looking foolish? Totally normal.

But here’s the kicker: fear isn’t always the bad guy. Sometimes, what you perceive as fear is actually just excitement, adrenaline, and a desire for something better. It’s a signal that you’re on the verge of something worth pursuing.

Courage is a Muscle You Can Build

Just like your body’s muscles get stronger when you use them, your courage muscles grow stronger the more you face fear and step into the unknown.

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How to Cultivate Courage Daily

Building courage is like strengthening a muscle—it takes practice and consistency. Here are three powerful steps to cultivate courage starting today:

1. Harness the Power of Your Thoughts

The stories you tell yourself shape your emotions. To cultivate courage:

Identify self-limiting thoughts and reframe them positively.
Recall past moments when you overcame fear.
Repeat affirmations like, “I can handle hard things.”

2. Challenge the Legitimacy of Fear

Not all fear is a signal to back down. When cultivating courage:

Ask: “Is this fear protecting me, or is it holding me back?”
Distinguish between legitimate danger and unproductive hesitation.
Choose to move forward even if your heart is racing.

3. Take Brave Action Anyway

Courage isn’t waiting for fear to disappear. It’s about doing it scared:

Start with a small step—speak up, publish that post, or ask for help.
Celebrate each brave move to reinforce your new identity as someone who cultivates courage.
Visualize success to prime your brain for action.

Your Courage Challenge

This week, pick one area where fear has held you back. Then take one small, courageous step toward it. Notice how stepping into fear helps you cultivate courage—and sets the stage for your next brave move.

Every time you choose to do it scared, you strengthen your courage muscle. And the more you cultivate courage, the more fearless you become.

Ready to cultivate courage in your life? Listen to “Do It Scared: The Courage Episode You Didn’t Know You Needed” now, and let’s build your courage muscle—one bold step at a time.