Ep.1 | Overcoming Fears & Subconscious Barriers
In this powerful kickoff to The Dopamine Pursuit Podcast, we explore the hidden fears that quietly shape our decisions, delay our growth, and sabotage our potential. Kristen breaks down the six core fears that often hold us back, from fear of judgment to fear of failure, and shares practical strategies to help you face them head on.
This episode will challenge your mindset, awaken your awareness, and leave you feeling equipped to move forward with courage, clarity, and purpose.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - What to Expect In This Episode - Understanding Our Behaviors So We Can Duplicate Success
3:00 - What is Actually Happening When We Are Self Sabotaging
6:22 - 6 Main Fears That Hold Us Back
7:35 - Understanding Fears & How We Subconsciously Carry Fear
12:48 - Diving Into Fear Of Failure
20:20 - Understanding Fear of Success
22:00 - Fear Creating Imposter Syndrome
23:38 - Neurological Wiring of Projected Beliefs
26:14 - Diving Into Fear of Abandonment & Fear of Loss
31:30 - Diving Into Fear of Unknown / Fear of Change
32:38 - Science Behind Why Change Is Important
33:51 - Diving into Fear of Rejection
39:05 - Diving Into Fear of Judgement
44:13 - How Fear Can Help You
46:00 - Hesitation Stopping Creation
46:50 - Listen to Your Calling
49:12 - How Fear Protects You & How to Identify The Difference
51:09 - 3 Final Steps to Overcoming Fears
52:05 - Progressing with Our Fears
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The Dopamine Pursuit Podcast is for anyone ready to break through fear, rewire habits, and create meaningful change. Each episode blends mindset, personal growth, nervous system regulation, and real conversations about the patterns that keep us stuck.
Whether you're navigating self-sabotage, building discipline, or chasing a life that feels more aligned, this podcast will help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with clarity, intention, and purpose.