On this episode of the Live Less Afraid podcast, your host Michele Jones gets real with you about why we need to embrace fear and failure as opportunities. How we can focus on the journey rather than the goal. Let's focus on the insights gained from these moments, and use them to quiet our inner mean girl and most of all celebrate our courage to keep trying. ⁠⁠Get the free self-care workbook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and I'll send you my monthly newsletter full of encouragement. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule a chat with Michele here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and build your successes in spite of your fears. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on ..read more

In this episode, I share a story of a friend going through a tough situation, and how we can build resiliency to help us through the tough times in life. I also give you some tips on how you can build your resiliency muscles. I'm talking about gentle reminders on how to be our own best friend, finding your people, and why gratitude matters. ⁠Get the free self-care workbook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and I'll send you my monthly newsletter full of encouragement. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule a chat with Michele here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and start your journey of recovery from over-apologizing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram If y ..read more

Join Michele Jones on the Live Less Afraid podcast. Today's episode is now available on YouTube as well. So if you want to watch this episode, go there now. Today's topic is all about over-apologizing why we do it and how to stop doing it and build the confidence and self-esteem to stand tall and show up in our lives! Join me on a journey of self-discovery where I delve into 'Why We Over-Apologize and How to Find the Confidence to Stop.' As your friendly guide, I'll unravel the mysteries behind those unnecessary sorries and explore the roots of this common habit. I'll be sharing insights and p ..read more

Join Michele Jones on today's episode with her special guest, Cory Rudebusch, a strategic web designer. 3 years ago she completely changed her life. She left a difficult marriage and poured herself into getting coached, launching a business, and showing her kids what real strength and resilience look like. You don't want to miss this one, it's good! Find Cory at Meadowlark Consulting Follow her on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livelessafraid/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/livelessafraid/support ..read more

Join Michele Jones on the podcast today and her special guest, Sara Im. She's an author of the book, "How I survived the killing fields" She grew up in Cambodia, enjoying a wonderful childhood filled with love from her family. However, when she went to college, the country went through a communist military takeover, and she found herself unable to return home or even make a phone call. Eventually, she ended up in a camp, where she faced the harsh challenges of illnesses like malaria and typhoid. Malnutrition took its toll, and she lost her night vision. Despite these hardships, she persevered ..read more

Join Michele Jones on the Live Less Afraid podcast for this deep dive into fear and what being brave really means. Listen to Michaela Paluck shares her story and read excerpts from her forthcoming book, "Be F*ucking Brave". Join her waitlist to be notified about the book's release here Connect with her here: On Instagram On Facebook Takeaways: ·  Without fear you don’t get the chance to be brave ·  Bravery isn’t something you have to do or become- it’s just showing up and doing it ·  It’s ok to be a scaredy cat. ·  It’s not always a big step, it’s a small st ..read more

Join Michele Jones and her special guest Jeanette DuBois as they discuss how they met, their Italy experience, and the lessons they took away from the trip. They also discuss the lessons that unfolded for them when they got home and how those continue to show up in their lives. During her journey, she discovered this incredible connection to herself and fell back in love with the person she had become. She realized it was an opportunity to let go of the stress, fears, and worries that piled up over the last couple of years, the pandemic, social justice, and global issues. She also realized tha ..read more

Welcome back to season 4! Join us for an inspiring and transformative episode as we delve into the world of dreams, personal growth, and overcoming fear. In this episode, Michele Jones shares her unique insights and warm, friendly guidance, providing valuable advice and strategies for leaning into your dreams, no matter how big or small. We'll explore how to overcome the fear and uncertainty that often accompany life transitions, and you'll discover the power of their holistic approach to personal growth. Whether you're an empty nester looking to rediscover your passions or a young adult striv ..read more

I had so much to say on this topic, I'm comin' back for part 2! Today I'm talking about what holds us back and sharing practical tips for overcoming our limiting beliefs around success. I'm also sharing tips to get you started on your own personal development journey. If you listened to part 1 come back and give this a listen too. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the free self-care workbook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and I'll send you my monthly newsletter full of encouragement. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule a chat with Michele here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and start your journey to recovery from bad relationships ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram --- Send in a voic ..read more

On this episode, your host Michele Jones talks about giving yourself permission to succeed. She explores the barriers and self-limiting beliefs that often hold us back from achieving our full potential. With practical tips, this podcast encourages listeners to break free from their comfort zones and embrace the mindset needed to thrive in all aspects of life. Tune in to discover the liberating journey of self-permission and unlock your path to success. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the free self-care workbook here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and I'll send you my monthly newsletter full of encouragement. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule a chat with Mi ..read more