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E146: Breaking Free from Fear: Embracing Risks, Learning from Failure
E146: Breaking Free from Fear: Embracing Risks, Learning from Failure
E146: Breaking Free from Fear: Embracing Risks, Learning from Failure
Tuesday 3rd October 2023
Matt and Steve discuss overcoming fear, embracing risks, and breaking free from addiction in this heartfelt episode of the Sober Friends Podcast.
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36 minutes
Raw
Inspiring
Empowering
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Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- The episode delves into personal experiences of fear, missed opportunities, and career decisions driven by false confidence
- Matt reflects on navigating challenging academic experiences and career choices influenced by fear
- Steve shares his struggles with confidence, vulnerability, and the impact of alcohol on decision-making
- The hosts emphasize the importance of real confidence in embracing risks and learning from failure
- Raw, unfiltered conversations shed light on the impact of alcohol on personal growth and the journey to sobriety
The behaviors of people who are prone to alcoholism, false confidence is so terrible because it makes you take those risks that you never wanted to do. And when you have that false bravado, it always ends up smacking you in the head and reminding you don't ever take a risk again. It's that lesson of when I feel I have some confidence, don't do it because you're going to fail. When it's real confidence, it's different.
Ever wondered how fear can shape your life choices? In this episode of the Sober Friends Podcast, hosts Matt and Steve open up about their personal battles with fear and how it affected their careers and personal growth. They dive into their past, recounting moments where fear of failure held them back and false confidence led them astray. Matt talks about his early doubts in broadcasting, while Steve reflects on career paths taken out of sheer survival instinct.
They don’t shy away from discussing the impact of alcohol on these decisions, providing a raw look at how addiction can cloud judgment and stunt personal development. The duo also touches on the role of childhood trauma in fostering a survival mindset that kept them from reaching their full potential. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Matt and Steve highlight that it’s never too late to turn things around.
They emphasize the power of real confidence, vulnerability, and seeking help when needed. This episode is a testament to the possibility of growth and transformation, urging listeners to break free from fear and start their own journey of recovery. Whether you’re struggling with addiction or just looking for some inspiration to face your fears, this episode offers a candid and hopeful perspective on overcoming life's challenges.