Want to find out the secret to doing the scary things in life? Are you waiting for the right time or for a surge of confidence to finally send that pitch or apply for that residency. In this episode, we explore the psychological traps of "waiting to be ready" and share research-backed strategies to move from stagnant avoidance to meaningful action. If you have been keeping a scary dream on hold, this conversation might be the gentle push you need to start before you feel brave.

Chapters

00:00 The internal draft: Why we wait for the right time

01:05 A snowy reflection on the dreams we haven't touched

02:17 The confrontation: When "someday" meets the calendar

03:10 Unlearning the fear patterns that keep us stuck

04:39 The "No Fear Month" challenge and the science of action

05:40 Why feelings follow actions: Insights from cognitive behavioral therapy

06:20 Utilizing temporal landmarks for a fresh start

08:00 Step-by-step: How to schedule your breakthrough

10:30 Keeping promises to yourself: A lesson from my son

12:50 The Pomodoro technique and the power of twenty-five minutes

14:40 Overcoming the discomfort of the "not right now"

16:26 Body doubling and shifting your creative environment

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This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Daniel Espinosa.