Finding Joy: Megan Gallagher on Conquering Fear and Embracing Happiness
Everything is happening for you, not to you, and to think of your future self when you're going to push past fear to do something that brings you joy.
What if the secret to happiness lies in how you handle fear? In this episode of CLEARHEADED, Cait Madry sits down with Megan Gallagher, a two-time TED talk speaker and anxiety workbook creator, to chat about just that. Megan opens up about her journey through fear and anxiety, sharing the moment she realized that 'everything happens for you, not to you'. This epiphany changed her life and set her on a path to help others find their own joy.
Cait and Megan dive into practical techniques for managing anxiety and committing to personal happiness. They discuss 'horizon living', a concept that encourages focusing on long-term joy rather than immediate gratification. Megan also highlights the dangers of judgment and shame, and how they can hold you back from living your best life. Whether you're in the early stages of sobriety or looking to deepen your commitment to a joyful life, this episode offers valuable insights.
Cait's empathetic hosting style combined with Megan's practical advice makes for an engaging and supportive listen. Tune in to learn how to push past fear and embrace happiness on your own terms.