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1. 189 — How to Build Courage and Overcome Fear One Brave Step at a Time with Dr. Margie Warrell Amy Morin 47:14

What would you do if fear never held you back? You might be just one or two steps away from a completely different life — but it takes courage to take those steps.

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Margie Warrell about the fascinating science behind fear, why our brains are so good at holding us back, and how we can push the barriers to live more boldly. Whether it’s starting a new job, resolving a rocky relationship, or simply signing up for a class you’re nervous about — courage is a skill you can learn, and this episode tells you how. Some of the things we discuss are:

• What “The Courage Gap” is and how it prevents us from living the life we want
• The surprising way fear works in your brain and why it often overestimates risks
• How to build your “courage muscle” one small step at a time
• The power of examining not just the risks of change but the cost of staying the same
• Strategies to reframe discomfort as a sign of Growth and progress
• Why rewriting the stories you tell yourself is essential for overcoming self-doubt
• The difference between bravery and recklessness — and how to find the balance

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Amy Morin Therapist, Bestselling Author, Host of the Mentally Stronger Podcast

Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, international bestselling author and the host of the Mentally Stronger podcast. Her books on mental strength, including 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, have sold more than 1 million copies and been translated into more than 40 languages.

She’s practiced therapy for over 20 years and she’s a sought after speaker whose TEDx talk, The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong, has become one of the most popular talks of all time with more than 22 million views.

Amy lives on a sailboat in the Florida Keys.