
Doing something new is an act of courage.
12/10/24 • 20 min
What if the fear of trying something new is just your brain's way of keeping you safe? Join me as I unravel how our evolutionary instincts can hold us back, sharing my own experience of taking that first brave step into the unknown. Our brains are hardwired to seek safety and acceptance within social groups, which often makes venturing into unfamiliar territories daunting. Yet, by understanding the roots of our fears, we can begin to dismantle the excuses that bar us from enriching our lives with new adventures.
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What if the fear of trying something new is just your brain's way of keeping you safe? Join me as I unravel how our evolutionary instincts can hold us back, sharing my own experience of taking that first brave step into the unknown. Our brains are hardwired to seek safety and acceptance within social groups, which often makes venturing into unfamiliar territories daunting. Yet, by understanding the roots of our fears, we can begin to dismantle the excuses that bar us from enriching our lives with new adventures.
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For season 1, you can find the song of the week on the weekly playlist here on Spotify:
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Super Awesome You: Brave Enough Today - Doing something new is an act of courage.
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doing something new is an incredible act of courage .
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