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January 6, 2025 39 mins

Fear: the one thing holding each of us back from our most incredible life. You might think you're living fearlessly, but that’s only because fear can hide in sneaky ways from your view. In this eye-opening episode, world-renowned fear expert Rhonda Britten reveals how fear manifests in unexpected ways, from procrastination to perfectionism. Discover the life-changing "Wheel of Fear" concept and learn practical strategies to conquer your fears and unlock your true potential.

Prepare to be inspired as Rhonda shares her powerful personal story of overcoming tragedy and transforming her pain into purpose. Plus, find out why getting rid of fear isn't the answer – and what you should do instead to master this primal emotion. Don't let fear keep you from living your most authentic, fulfilling life any longer!

0:00 Introduction

1:54 Overcoming fear with Rhonda Britten

5:09 Witnessing tragedy and its aftermath

13:23 Understanding the Wheel of Fear

21:45 Facing fears in writing a book

32:09 Practicing self-compassion and awareness

34:48 Resources for living fearlessly

Resources Mentioned:

Fearless Living by Rhonda Britten

"Stretchers Can Die" video course

Fearless Living website

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About the Guest

Rhonda Britten is a world-renowned fear expert, Emmy award-winning life coach, and bestselling author. As the first life coach on television, she appeared in over 600 episodes of reality TV, including NBC's "Starting Over." Rhonda is a repeat guest on Oprah and has written four bestselling books, including "Fearless Living." Her powerful personal story of overcoming tragedy and transforming her life has inspired countless individuals to conquer their fears and live authentically.

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