REINVENT•ABILITY Podcast with Nataly Kogan – Episode #11 Facing Fear: Michelle Poler on Courage, Authenticity, and the Gift of Getting Uncomfortable.
In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Poler to talk about fear—how it shows up in our lives, holds us back, and, most importantly, how we can shift from fear into growth and joy! Michelle shares her powerful journey of facing 100 fears in 100 days, and we dive into the critical distinction between fear and intuition, as well as how having a strong “why” helps us confront and work through our fears. We explore the tension between courage and authenticity, and how defining what success truly means to you can unlock a more fulfilling, purpose-driven life. One of the most eye-opening takeaways from this conversation is how often we avoid discomfort in favor of comfort, only to realize that comfort can be more dangerous than fear itself. If you’re ready to step outside your comfort zone and embrace growth, this episode is filled with wisdom to help you face your fears head-on and find unexpected joy on the other side.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 – Intro
0:27 – Guest: Michelle Poler
2:02 – 100-Day Fear Challenge
6:02 – Power of “Why”
9:12 – Fear vs. Intuition
10:49 – Growth vs. Comfort
13:08 – Courage and Authenticity
27:34 – Hardest Fears
31:03 – Closing
Nataly Kogan is a leading expert on emotional fitness and a sought-out international keynote speaker, who has appeared in hundreds of media outlets, including being profiled in The Wall Street Journal. Her work has also been featured in The New York Times, Inc., Fast Company, HBR Ascend, Time, and others. She is the founder of Happier, Inc, and has worked with hundreds of top companies, teams, and leaders through her Happier@Work and leadership programs. Nataly is the best-selling author of Happier Now and The Awesome Human Project. She also hosts The REINVENT•ABILITY Podcast.
