In this episode of the BTB Short #127, Kollman Gearhart, a former athlete and motivational coach, shares his insights and strategies for overcoming shame and self-doubt. Kollman addresses the common struggles faced by many, including feelings of uncertainty, shame, and self-doubt, which can hinder our potential and dreams.
He emphasizes that these feelings are a natural part of being human and discusses various ways to combat them, including recognizing doubt as normal, facing doubts rather than avoiding them, sharing feelings with trusted individuals or journaling, visualizing success, stepping outside comfort zones, seeking mentorship, and using inspirational quotes and affirmations for self-compassion and motivation.
Kollman advocates for taking concrete steps towards overcoming these challenges, such as breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps and focuses on the daily practice of overcoming obstacles to build resilience and confidence. The episode is intended to inspire listeners to pursue their goals and dreams despite facing moments of doubt and shame, reminding them that they are not alone in these struggles.
00:00 Welcome to the BTB Project: Empowering Your Journey
01:02 Diving Deep into Realness and Overcoming Uncertainty
02:38 Transitioning from Coach to Corporate: Identity and Challenges
04:09 Strategies to Combat Doubt and Build Confidence
12:00 Embracing Self-Compassion and Taking Action
14:43 Closing Thoughts: You're Not Alone in This Journey
15:36 Outro and Encouragement to Share the Message
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