Ep 26: Breaking Free from Fear: Building a Résumé of Courage
Mama, Let's Talk · Angela Hare
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Show Notes
"Fear doesn’t have to be the driver. It can sit in the car, but it doesn’t get the steering wheel." --Angela
In this episode, listeners will learn:
- How fear quietly shapes our choices — and the subtle ways it convinces us to settle for “fine” instead of pursuing what we truly want.
- Why courage is built in the small, ordinary moments — and how everyday wins create the foundation for life’s biggest leaps.
- How to reframe fear as a signal, not a stop sign — learning to see it as evidence that you’re stepping into growth rather than a reason to hold back.
- How to build a “résumé of courage” — stacking proof from past experiences so you can face the unknown with confidence instead of hesitation.
Sometimes the biggest lessons in life come from the smallest projects—like wallpapering a closet on your birthday. In this episode of Mama, Let’s Talk, I share how tackling home projects led to a surprising realization: fear had been keeping me stuck for years. From decorating the entryway to rethinking how fear shows up in everyday decisions, we unpack what it really takes to push past fear and build confidence that lasts.
Through stories, humor, and my life coach perspective, I introduce the “Confidence Loop”—a practical way to collect small wins, stack evidence, and build a résumé of courage. Whether it’s redecorating, volunteering at school, or finally chasing that big dream, this episode will remind you that confidence isn’t about being fearless—it’s about doing it anyway.
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