The BraveHearted Woman
Welcome to The BraveHearted Woman, a podcast dedicated to calling out the brave, bold, beautiful dreams women have for their lives. I’m your BraveHeart mentor, Dawn Damon. I’m a Confidence Coach, Author, Teacher, and Speaker, whose ultimate goal is to champion women like you! As your BraveHeart mentor and certified coach, I push you to shed false limits, labels, and lies, so you can find yourself, discover your dreams, boost your confidence, and flourish in midlife and beyond. And because I know how scary it can be to take steps of courageous action that lead to change, I want to support and equip you as you move toward any life transformation you desire! Our discussions cover various topics for mid-life women, including bold life reinvention, beauty hacks, powerful mindsets, healthy habits and disciplines, physical health, spirituality, and soul healing. I help awaken your heart to believe and to see what is possible! We explore the mindsets of a successful woman, and talk about what I call the “5 Fortitudes of a BraveHearted Women;” of course, I use the acronym BRAVE. • Bold Vision • Real Identity • Able mindsets • Virtuous Self-Talk • Excellent Habits If you want to grow and develop, ignite the flame of your vision, reach your goals, and achieve your dreams, you’ve come to the right place because we are all things “women empowerment.” So, thanks for stopping by. I believe you will be motivated, inspired, challenged, and, if you keep coming back…changed!
Episodes
“Midlife is a time to expand your identity and say yes to the unreasonable vision God has placed in your heart.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with a transformational coach and entrepreneur who helps women create freedom, ease, and purpose in midlife.
Dr. Nona shares her powerful story of hitting an emotional breaking point despite outward success — and how a defining “God moment” in a dark closet reve...
“Christmas should grow with you, not guilt you.”
In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I’m inviting you into a heartfelt conversation about something so many midlife women feel this time of year—holiday overwhelm. As someone who still hosts Christmas for my family, I know firsthand how easily the joy of the season can turn into pressure, perfectionism, and e...
“God works everything out for our good, even when we think our life is over.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Kelly Jansens Mensch, an entrepreneur, event organizer, and author of Outside God’s Umbrella: Journey from Darkness to Divine Light.
Kelly opens up about her shocking real-life story — how a single social media connection spiraled into tragedy, leading her through incarceration, guilt, and u...
“Recovery is a process, but addiction is a process too.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Sherry Hoppen, author, speaker, and founder of She Surrenders and Selah House Recovery. Sherry shares her remarkable journey from secret addiction to lasting recovery — and how total surrender to God became the turning point that changed everything.
Once living a double life as a woman of faith hiding her alcohol addi...
“Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you choose to see it.”
In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me invite midlife women to examine the “lenses” through which they view life. Using my vivid rose-colored glasses analogy, this is a reminder for you that our outlook determines our peace, joy, and spiritual strength.
“You’re not too late, and you’re not too old — your midlife is your moment to rise.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Deborah Weed, a creative visionary and founder of The Self-Worth Initiative. Together, they dive into a transformative story of resilience, self-discovery, and rediscovering purpose in midlife.
After years as a high-powered branding executive, Deborah’s life took a drastic turn when a medic...
“You can go through everything — pain, loss, failure — and still create a life you love.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with award-winning Soul Business Success Coach Erica Carrico, author of Awaken Your Purpose: 28 Days to Discover Your Life Purpose, Identify Your Dream Business, and Take Your First Steps to a Prosperous Life. Erica shares her powerful story of transformation—from corporate burnout and can...
“Every woman’s story holds scars, mercy, and mission — our past pain becomes part of our purpose.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Karen Sjoblom, an award-winning author and editor, to explore the beauty and purpose hidden within life’s hardest transitions. Karen — author of Gone For Good: Lessons from a Midlife Exodus — shares her powerful story of faith, grief, and renewal as she navigates the “desert ...
“Domestic violence isn’t always a black eye. Sometimes it’s financial abuse, manipulation, or control — and that’s just as damaging.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Melissa Franks—a seasoned business strategist, podcast host, and former Fortune 500 COO—to share her courageous journey of living a double life as a high-level executive and a survivor ...
Are you a midlife woman struggling to stay motivated and keep your promises to yourself? You’re not alone.
In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me break down why women in midlife often lose motivation—and the proven fixes that reignite passion, purpose, and vision.
Discover how to:
✨ Create a bold v...
“Protecting yourself isn’t selfish — it’s wisdom.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Julie Barth — widow, trauma survivor, mother of six, and author of Notes from a BlackBerry. Julie has faced immense challenges that could have crushed her: caring for a special-needs child, losing her husband to cancer, and surviving the trauma of an emotionally and financially abusive second ma...
“There’s always a purpose for the suffering. It’s not the end of your story.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with Lara Silverman — Christian author, lawyer, jazz singer, actress, and the inspiring voice behind Singing Through the Fire: A Memoir of Finding Surprising Joy in Life’s Darkest Trials.
Lara shares her remarkable journey from a...
“Pornography does not have to win. We serve a God of hope.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with author and speaker Jody Allen to discuss her new book Hidden Heartache: Finding Courage When Your Husband Struggles with Pornography. Jody vulnerably shares her journey of betrayal, healing, and ultimately discovering hope beyond heartbreak.
Together, Da...
What if just five simple daily habits could unlock your best midlife and set you up to flourish in every area of life?
In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me reveal five transformational habits that will empower you to live with courage, confidence, and purpose. This is not the season to slow down or “let the old lady in”—it’s the season to lean into g...
Are you starting your mornings with negativity — or activating your day with confidence, clarity, and purpose?
In this week's episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, Dawn Damon shares 7 powerful morning affirmations for midlife women inspired by Myron Golden. These aren’t just positive thoughts — they are daily activations designed to help you thrive in midlife, embrace tran...
Have you ever felt like God was asking you to jump into the unknown?
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with my inspiring guest, Peg Arnold — speaker, author, and “drama queen for Jesus” — to talk about navigating major life transitions, especially in midlife.
Peg shares her deeply personal story of leaving behind a li...
Life doesn’t come with a warning — pain, suffering, and setbacks can hit hard and fast. But what if you could make pain work for you?
In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, Dawn Damon equips you with 7 transformational mindset shifts for women that will help you overcome adversity in life, rewire your brain, and grow stronger through trials.
“When we face fear, it shrinks. When we ignore it, it grows.”
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let explore the real reason behind procrastination — that fear — and how it keeps us from achieving our dreams.
Through a relatable story about "El," discover how avoidance and inaction often mask deeper anxieties. Let me share a prac...
In this week's episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am joined by my friend and returning guest, Michelle Steffes—an executive performance coach, international speaker, and author of Necessary Significance: A Heart-Mind Approach to Captivating Leadership.
Michelle opens up about the powerful story behind her reinvention. Thirteen years ago, she faced an unexpected and pa...
Did you know that clutter might quietly be stealing your peace, productivity, and joy?
In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me uncover a hidden force that may be draining your energy and mental clarity: clutter.
With an estimated 300,000 items in the average home, many midlife women are unknowingly living in environments that i...
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