Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney

Ever had a bold idea or dream and immediately heard, “Are you sure that’s a good idea?” or “What if it doesn’t work?” Cue the naysayers. 🙄

In this episode with your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com), we’re unpacking the well-meaning, fear-fueled advice that often shows up just as we’re about to take a leap. (pair those with the voice of doubt already yelling "WTF ARE YOU DOING???", and NOT doing something s...

Ready to trade safe and expected for wild and extraordinary? In this bold and inspiring episode, Steve Fredlund (https://stevefredlund.com/) takes us on a journey from buttoned-up actuary to gorilla-hugging nonprofit founder (ok, he didn't HUG the gorilla...listen in to find out what he actually did!).  He's a professional speaker, and author of Do the Unright Thing. Spoiler alert: the magic didn’t happen when he followed...

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a mental game of tug-of-war between what you should do and what you actually want to do? Welcome to the club, my friend—membership: basically everyone. In this episode, your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) dives into the oh-so-human struggle between following the path society (or family or convention) paved for us… and the one that lights our own fire.

This isn’t about being reckless o...

What if joy was the key to economic recovery? That’s exactly what consumer strategist and data whiz Lisa W. Miller (https://www.lwm-associates.com/) discovered when the world turned upside down in 2020. Instead of getting stuck in fear and uncertainty, Lisa had a bold realization: When joy is greater than fear, everything starts to turn around.

Armed with this insight, she launched the Journey Back to Joy research project, gathering...

 When the Job Hunt Drags On: Laurie’s Journey from Unemployed to Unstoppable

Job searching is rough—but nine months of rejection? That’s next-level tough. In this episode, Laurie gets real about what it’s like to be a seasoned professional suddenly feeling unemployable in a brutal job market. From self-doubt to ageism to the soul-crushing sting of rejection emails, she shares the highs, the lows, and the surprising lessons she learn...

What do business strategy, leadership coaching, and fronting a metal band have in common? Amber Swenor! (https://www.amber-swenor.com/)  This powerhouse entrepreneur and rockstar joins us to talk about the wild, sometimes uncomfortable journey of living authentically—even when the world expects you to fit into a neatly labeled box.

From trying to play by the rules in pageants (until she unleashed a bold, unexpected musical number) t...

What happens when you embrace life’s uncertainties and rewrite the rules as you go? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney chats with Carmen Mims (https://www.relaxathand.com/), a fearless adventurer and holistic wellness practitioner who turned depression into discovery and boundaries into breakthroughs. From a silent Vipassana retreat to life-changing moments in Thailand, Carmen shares how stepping out of ...

Fasten your seatbelt—this episode is about to take off! Anne Bonney welcomes Emma Henderson (www.emma-henderson.com), a former airline captain, leadership expert, and charity founder, to share her journey of resilience, leadership, and making a difference. Emma’s story takes you from the skies to the frontlines of the pandemic, with lessons that will inspire you to lead with humanity, humility, and humor.

What You’ll Discover in Thi...

Get ready for a dynamic dive into unlocking human potential with Speaker and executive performance coach Cindra Kamphoff (https://cindrakamphoff.com/)! In this upbeat episode, Cindra reveals her inspiring journey from competitive athlete to a sought-after mindset mentor for high-profile clients—including the Minnesota Vikings. With a mix of personal anecdotes, practical tips, and a spunky attitude, she shows how embracing fear and ...

Tired of feeling let down by life’s curveballs? Whether it’s annoying experiences or frustrating people (you know the ones), Anne’s got the ultimate mindset hack to help you rise above the chaos!   Learn how to stop sweating the small stuff, sidestep disappointment, and take on life with a fresh perspective. This episode is your fast pass to a frustration-free mindset—don’t miss it!

Your host Anne Bonney, CSP® (https://Yo...

What does it take to develop true bravery? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney sits down with Jill Schulman—Marine Corps veteran, corporate leadership expert, and positive psychology researcher—to explore how bravery is built, not born. Jill shares actionable insights on stepping out of your comfort zone, balancing optimism with realism, and creating a "bravery muscle" that grows stronger over t...

 🚦 Stuck in Hesitation Nation? 🚦 You know you need to act, but fear’s got you frozen like a deer in the headlights!  What if it doesn’t go as planned? What if you fail? Sound familiar? This week, Anne’s dishing out her secret sauce for finding those 3 seconds of courage to punch fear in the face, shake off the doubt, and take action! Whether it’s a bold decision, a tough conversation, or just getting off your butt and going to th...

 In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney dives into an insightful conversation with productivity powerhouse and author Marcey Rader. Together, they tackle the challenges of finding balance, reclaiming your workday, and prioritizing mental health for long-term success. If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling too much, this episode is your golden ticket to a healthier, more sustainable approach to productivity...

Master Your Mind Through Mastering the Cognitive Triad

Negative thoughts, negative feelings, negative actions—sound familiar? It’s a vicious cycle, right? Well, Aaron Beck nailed it back in the 1960s with his concept of the Cognitive Triad, which explains how our thoughts, emotions, and actions are all connected in a big feedback loop. But here’s the kicker: it works for positive thoughts too! 🎉

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🎉 Bend, Don’t Break: Unlocking the Power of Cognitive Flexibility with Dr. Matt Zakreski! 🎉

Life’s curveballs got you stuck? Rigid responses dragging you down? Fear not! In this electrifying episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, your fearless host Anne Bonney teams up with the brilliant and oh-so-relatable Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist who’s rewriting the playbook on neurodivergence, empathy, and how to seriously...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  I've had a few people recently ask me, "Why do you call it Dancing in the Discomfort Zone podcast?".  It's a great question, and I can't believe that in 317 episodes, I've never explained that!  So we dedicated this podcast to explaining why we call it that!

If you want a little more on my feelings about Embracing the Unfamiliar, check out my TedX talk.  https://www.youtube....

As the end of 2024 comes careening towards us like the ground does for a skydiver who just realized their parachute isn't working, we here at Dancing in the DZ Podcast want to THANK YOU for your loyalty and for listening, and let you in on what we have planned in 2025 to continue to help you become stronger and more resilient with whatever mess 2025 has in store for us.

Happy Holidays, and we'll see you next year...

This week, we’re turning traditional networking on its head with the bold and brilliant Donnie Boivin, founder of Success Champion Networking and host of the Bad Ass Business Summit! (https://successchampionnetworking.com/) If you’ve ever been stuck in the awkward referral loop at networking events, this episode is your ticket to breaking free and doing networking the right way.

What’s in this powerhouse episode?
Donnie spills h...

This week on the Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, we sit down in the shower (you have to listen to get that one!) with the extraordinary Breeda Miller, creator of the award-winning one-woman show, Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home. (https://breedamiller.com/) What started as a daydream answer to the question, “What would you do if you couldn’t fail?” turned into a powerful story of family, resilience, and caregiving that’s touched audiences...