Discovering  Courage Podcast
Discovering Courage Podcast
Patricia Brooks
“The secret to happiness is freedom. The secret to freedom is courage.” - Thucydides The Discovering Courage podcast takes you on an adventure through conversations with people who have challenged their limiting beliefs, set their sights on achieving meaningful goals, and, in spite of their fears, are pursuing and living their dreams. These weekly interviews will give you insights and inspiration to discover your own courage and find the freedom to be happy. This podcast is for you if you are ready to find your passions, follow your heart, and venture into new worlds of possibilities.
199 I had to leave first so I could find what was waiting for me
Living abroad and moving about the world as Jamilia Grier has done for much of her adult life has given her a perspective that we all can learn from.  In this interview we talk about life in China, Singapore, and Connecticut, USA as well as ways to move out of your comfort zone to experience a richer life.
Mar 4, 2021
47 min
198 Obstacles are a Fact not a Force
How we view the world shapes how we experience it.  This includes how we see obstacles.  Do you see them as a fact of life to be dealt with or a force meant to derail your dreams? This concept will have you seeing obstacles as a natural part of life and will help you see the opportunities hidden within them.
Mar 1, 2021
5 min
197 _What if I Try this New Thing and I LOVE it?
Curiosity opens the door to a richer, more satisfying life. But as we learn how to be adults we can lose this sense of wonder about the world and life.  Jessica James, however, never lost hers and it allows her to do daring things with a sense of peace and calm.  Learn how she does it and what you can do to increase your sense of adventure and satisfaction in life.
Feb 25, 2021
31 min
196 Missing a Deadline Might not be the End of the World
Don't let failing to complete something on time turn into the illusion of failure.  It might just offer the needed time to achieve exactly what you were aiming for.  In this Concept, I share how I unexpectedly learned this lesson.
Feb 22, 2021
5 min
195 Moving Abroad gave Me More Time to be Me
It takes courage to leave a stable career and move across the world, but that's exactly what Kenna Williams did in 2019.  Now a resident of South Africa she is enjoying a higher quality of life.  Kenna shares how she did it, why she did it, and what it has been like living there. She even discusses her experience surviving COVID-19 in a South African hospital.  
Feb 18, 2021
41 min
194 When the train leaves the station, you are empowered to move in a new direction
Have you ever struggled to move on even when you knew it was the best thing for you?  Comfort and familiarity are hard habits to break, but when you commit to move in a new direction you are free to pursue happiness in other things. In this Courage Concept, I'll share a technique I use, and that you can too, to get over things and move on more quickly.
Feb 15, 2021
7 min
193 I t was Something I had to do for Myself
"Are you living your life or are you stagnating?" this is the question this week's guest, Kenna Williams, asks to help you break free from simply going through the motions in life.  She speaks from experience; after a twenty year career as an aerospace engineer, she left that role and moved to South Africa, where she is exploring, finding herself, and loving life.
Feb 11, 2021
31 min
192 Judging Blocks Opportunity
How often do you shut down and give up when things don't go the way you expected them to ?  I used to do this, overcome by frustration and disappointment.  But I've learned that being curious and being open can lead the way to unforeseen opportunities.
Feb 8, 2021
4 min
191 Why I Chose France as My New Home
I get asked all the time why France.  In this solo episode, I share my reasoning and give you some tips for selecting your new country.  Check it out! 
Feb 4, 2021
10 min
190 Making Decisions Takes Courage
Why do we continue doing things that go against our own good?  Fear or change and an unwillingness to decide otherwise. However, once you learn to use the tips outlined in this concept, you can begin to make changes and decisions that will lead to greater peace in your life.
Feb 1, 2021
5 min
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