Facing Your Fears: Practical Tips from Meg Gluckman
Episode Overview
Get specific about fears and focus on what is in your control Emphasize the importance of regulating the nervous system and cultivating safety nets in life Explore methods for moving past fears of worst-case scenarios Discuss strategies for building emotional resilience and navigating major life decisions Offer valuable insights for anyone seeking to empower themselves and overcome fears
If we have a clear, unmade decision, there's a good chance that there's a worst case scenario that we are unconsciously afraid of that we haven't looked directly at yet.
Do you often find yourself stuck in a loop of indecision, haunted by worst-case scenarios? This episode of 'Stop Drinking and Start Living' brings in Meg Gluckman, a coach for divorced moms, to help you break free from those paralyzing fears. Meg and host Mary Wagstaff dive into why our brains are wired to focus on the worst outcomes and how to counteract this tendency.
They discuss the importance of getting specific about your fears and how doing so can lead to better decision-making. Meg shares her unique approach to helping clients plan for their worst-case scenarios, especially in challenging situations like divorce and co-parenting. She also touches on the various layers of support available, from regulating your nervous system to tapping into your intuition and emotional intelligence.
A key takeaway is the concept of 'playing the tape forward', which involves thinking through the potential consequences of your decisions to envision a future you want to create. This episode is packed with practical advice and compassionate insights that can help anyone facing major life decisions build emotional resilience and take confident action.