Fast Decisions Beat Fear

This week on the Bravery Digest, Sam Penny explores the real difference between people who move boldly and those who stay stuck: the speed of their decisions. Discover why acting before your fear takes hold is the single most powerful habit you can build, and get Sam’s practical “Two-Minute Rule” for making braver choices—starting now.

Key Takeaways:

• Bravery isn’t about being fearless—it’s about acting before fear talks you out of it.
• Most people get stuck not because they don’t know what to do, but because they wait for perfect conditions or permission from someone else.
• Fear thrives on hesitation. The longer you wait, the louder your doubts get.
• Sam’s Two-Minute Rule:
  When you’re faced with a decision, set a two-minute timer and make the call before the buzzer. Don’t overthink it—move before fear gets a grip.
• Momentum and confidence don’t come from waiting; they come from action—even if you don’t feel ready.
• Your challenge for the week: Identify one decision you’ve been sitting on, use the two-minute rule, and notice what changes.

Listen for:

• Sam’s honest take on why most people let fear call the shots
• The science behind why fast decisions kill hesitation
• Practical tips for breaking the waiting habit in business and life
• A challenge to the audience: Move now, reflect later

Special Guest Announcement:
Don’t miss this Thursday’s interview with Lisa Blair—record-breaking sailor, climate advocate, and world-class action-taker. Lisa’s story is all about staring down huge fears, taking fast action, and redefining what’s possible even when the odds are stacked and the seas are rough. If you need proof that courage is about moving before you’re ready, this is the episode to hear.