In this insightful conversation, life coach Mollie Birney explores how embracing uncertainty and building self-trust can help you navigate life’s challenges and reduce anxiety. Mollie explains that uncertainty often arises from a lack of self-trust and how faith, hope, and curiosity can be powerful tools in managing fear and indecision. She also discusses the importance of community support in fostering personal growth and offers practical advice on making small bets on yourself to build trust and confidence.
Key Takeaways:
- How a lack of self-trust fuels anxiety and uncertainty.
- Why control is an illusion and true freedom comes from embracing uncertainty.
- The value of self-trust over the need for control.
- How to start building self-trust with small, manageable risks.
- Why community support plays a vital role in personal growth and self-reflection.
- Making decisions means accepting loss, but also committing to growth.
- Using curiosity to navigate fear and uncertainty.
- The role of faith in trusting the process, not just the outcome.
- The importance of finding a supportive community in your journey.
- How to develop self-trust as a learned skill.
Chapters:
00:00 - What is Clinical Life Coaching?
00:39 - Understanding Uncertainty: A Sticky Subject
03:28 - The Psychology of Uncertainty & Control
06:27 - Self-Trust vs. Control: Finding Balance
09:09 - Betting on Yourself: Building Self-Trust
11:59 - Faith & Hope in Managing Anxiety
14:56 - Practical Steps to Cultivate Self-Trust
20:08 - Navigating Uncertainty and Indecision
24:21 - The Conflict Between Head and Heart
29:26 - The Power of Community and Support
38:25 - Embracing Curiosity in Uncertainty
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Instagram: @molliebirney
Website: www.molliebirney.com
Navigating Uncertainty with Mollie Birney | Self-Trust, Anxiety, and the Power of Community | Home-Body podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
