#19 Cultivating the Courage to Pursue Your Goals and Dreams

Are you stuck in a cycle of dreaming about the life you want—but never actually taking action to create it?Do you tell yourself, “I’ll do it someday…” but that day never comes because you’re waiting to feel ready or less afraid?In this episode, we dive deep into why courage is the missing ingredient in most people’s lives—and how to cultivate the kind of courage that helps you pursue your goals and dreams, even when fear is screaming at you to stay small.Most people think you need more time, money, or talent to achieve your dreams. But the truth is, you need more courage. And courage is something you can build—just like a muscle.We share personal stories about facing fear—from battling social anxiety to taking a literal leap of faith by BASE jumping off a 500-foot bridge (yes, really!). You’ll learn how small, intentional acts of bravery lead to bigger successes in life, parenting, marriage, and personal growth.Whether you’re parenting kids, building a business, strengthening your marriage, or improving your life, courage is the gateway to growth. Key Takeaways:✅ Fear is normal—but it shouldn’t run your life✅ Courage is built through daily practice, not one-time heroics✅ How to face small fears to build big confidence✅ Why spiritual growth requires courage✅ How to model courage for your kids so they grow up resilient and bold✅ The surprising link between courage, confidence, and emotional resilience Chapters:00:00 Why Courage Is the Missing Piece in Your Life03:21 Fear vs. Growth: Why You Feel Stuck06:45 How to Build Courage—Step by Step12:34 The Power of Doing Scary Things18:52 How Fear Holds Parents Back24:10 Raising Courageous Kids: Modeling Bravery30:07 The Bridge Story: BASE Jumping and Facing Fear39:55 Courage Creates Confidence in Every Area of Life45:14 Why "Waiting Until You’re Ready" Doesn’t Work48:03 Becoming a Powerhouse of Courage51:32 Final Thoughts: Awesome Is Always an Option Memorable Quotes:🗣 "Courage is doing the thing even though you’re scared—not waiting until the fear is gone."🗣 "We don’t grow by staying comfortable. We grow by doing hard things on purpose."🗣 "If you want your kids to be bold and brave, show them how to face fear by doing it yourself."🗣 "Fear is a liar. Courage tells the truth about who you’re capable of becoming." RESOURCES:Let us help you in your extraordinary family life journey.⁠How We Raised 7 Well-Adjusted Kids⁠ - Without Yelling, Tantrums, Punishments or Power Struggles (+ get THE CHECKLIST: Things We Do Every Day to Raise Well-Adjusted Kids)Rachel’s ⁠⁠⁠Must-Read Booklist for Well-Read Moms⁠⁠⁠Greg's⁠ ⁠⁠Recommended Reading List for Parents & Youth⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram:⁠ ⁠@worldschoolfamily⁠⁠ or⁠ ⁠@greg.denning⁠⁠Enrollment is open for the ⁠Extraordinary Parent Mentoring Method⁠!Get Rachel's⁠ ⁠⁠Family Systems & Charts⁠⁠⁠Join the ⁠Do More With Less Stress Workshop Series⁠ for busy momsJoin Greg’s ⁠7-Day Challenge ⁠JOIN GREG'S ⁠90-DAY HEALTH & FITNESS CHALLENGE⁠! Join the ⁠Formidable Family Man Masterclass and Tribe⁠Gather with us at the⁠ ⁠World School Family (Beach & Farm) Resort⁠⁠ in PortugalRead our reviews here: ⁠https://podcast.extraordinaryfamilylife.com/reviews/⁠