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EP019: STEP INTO THE UNKNOWN AND THRIVE - Ruby Dee's Challenge to Embrace Discomfort
This Week's Challenge:
What if the very thing you fear most is the key to unlocking your greatest potential?
In this episode, Alicia Thomas explores Ruby Dee's powerful quote: "God make me so uncomfortable that I will do the very thing that I fear."
Episode Highlights:- Ruby Dee's legacy as an actress, poet, and activist who broke barriers (00:32)
- Reframing fear as a force for transformation rather than an obstacle (01:41)
- How 70% of people report their greatest accomplishments followed overcoming fear (02:52)
- Shifting from "what if it goes wrong" to "what if it goes right" (04:15)
- How fear and discomfort catalyzed major movements in Black history (05:17)
- The courage of Mamie Till in having an open casket for Emmett Till (06:40)
- Contemporary examples of standing up against corporate disrespect (07:54)
- Ruby Dee's refusal to play stereotypical roles despite career challenges (10:21)
- The power of asking questions: "You have not because you ask not" (11:37)
This Week's Challenge:
Create a fear journal listing your fears and challenge yourself to tackle one each month. Take your time working through them - as you conquer each fear, you'll build faith in yourself and your ability to take chances.
Equipment Featured:This episode was recorded using the Shure MV7 Plus microphone - perfect for beginners as it plugs directly into your computer with no audio interface needed.
https://aliciatsays.link/mvplus
Connect With Us:Website: www.aliciatsays.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciatsays/
Tip Jar: https://aliciatsays.link/tipjar
Support the Show:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review and share with friends who might benefit from these conversations. There's always room for more at The Gumbo - it's hot and made with love!
New episodes released weekly.
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By Alicia ThomasEP019: STEP INTO THE UNKNOWN AND THRIVE - Ruby Dee's Challenge to Embrace Discomfort
This Week's Challenge:
What if the very thing you fear most is the key to unlocking your greatest potential?
In this episode, Alicia Thomas explores Ruby Dee's powerful quote: "God make me so uncomfortable that I will do the very thing that I fear."
Episode Highlights:- Ruby Dee's legacy as an actress, poet, and activist who broke barriers (00:32)
- Reframing fear as a force for transformation rather than an obstacle (01:41)
- How 70% of people report their greatest accomplishments followed overcoming fear (02:52)
- Shifting from "what if it goes wrong" to "what if it goes right" (04:15)
- How fear and discomfort catalyzed major movements in Black history (05:17)
- The courage of Mamie Till in having an open casket for Emmett Till (06:40)
- Contemporary examples of standing up against corporate disrespect (07:54)
- Ruby Dee's refusal to play stereotypical roles despite career challenges (10:21)
- The power of asking questions: "You have not because you ask not" (11:37)
This Week's Challenge:
Create a fear journal listing your fears and challenge yourself to tackle one each month. Take your time working through them - as you conquer each fear, you'll build faith in yourself and your ability to take chances.
Equipment Featured:This episode was recorded using the Shure MV7 Plus microphone - perfect for beginners as it plugs directly into your computer with no audio interface needed.
https://aliciatsays.link/mvplus
Connect With Us:Website: www.aliciatsays.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciatsays/
Tip Jar: https://aliciatsays.link/tipjar
Support the Show:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review and share with friends who might benefit from these conversations. There's always room for more at The Gumbo - it's hot and made with love!
New episodes released weekly.