In this powerful episode of the Ladies Who Leap Podcast, host Lisa Andria sits down with Elaine Belson, a Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Public Speaker, and former U.S. Army officer who knows what it means to take bold leaps.
At age 42, Elaine joined the U.S. Army and deployed to Afghanistan, serving as the Executive Officer for Medical Command. Her journey from aspiring actress at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, to psychotherapist, to soldier, and now speaker and YouTuber is nothing short of inspiring.
In this conversation, she shares:
✨ Why she left acting for psychotherapy and how theater prepared her for public speaking. ✨ What led her to enlist in the Army at 42 and how that experience transformed her life. ✨ Her unique “mantras” and three-step strategies to handle anxiety and fear of the unknown. ✨ Six common behaviors that keep women stuck in imposter syndrome—and how to stop them. ✨ How to practice self-validation, ditch your inner bully, and finally trust yourself. ✨ The importance of women supporting women, embracing vulnerability, and leading with courage.
Whether you’re navigating a life transition, battling self-doubt, or looking for tools to face fear with confidence, Elaine’s wisdom and stories will leave you motivated to leap forward in your own life.
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