Do It Scared: How to Grow When Comfort Is Holding You Back with Megan Blacksmith

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In this episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes transformation leader Megan Blacksmith to discuss the power of "doing it scared" when growth feels daunting and comfort is holding you back. Together, they explore why waiting for the “right time” is often a trap, the ways our subconscious beliefs keep us stuck, and how to proactively choose transformation before circumstances force your hand. Megan Blacksmith shares personal stories, actionable strategies from NLP, and inspiration for taking bold steps—even when fear is present—so you can break through plateaus and move toward your next level of success.

Timestamps

• 00:00:00 Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode theme of "do it scared" and guest Megan Blacksmith
• 00:03:06 Dr. Christine Li kicks off the discussion about doing things scared; asks Megan Blacksmith for insights
• 00:03:32 Megan Blacksmith describes her journey and pattern of change involving big life shifts
• 00:05:55 Megan Blacksmith reflects on proactively choosing growth instead of being forced into it
• 00:07:03 Megan Blacksmith shares importance of leaving comfort to grow and taking uncomfortable steps
• 00:08:47 Megan Blacksmith describes realizing time wasn’t the issue, but fear of taking steps was
• 00:11:27 Megan Blacksmith gives example of her mother doing something scary at nearly 80
• 00:13:16 Megan Blacksmith shares the universal model of change and the cycle between comfort, discomfort, and growth
• 00:17:22 Megan Blacksmith discusses recognizing plateaus as signs of deeper growth needed
• 00:19:25 Megan Blacksmith describes her own proactive approach to preparing for growth by having tough conversations
• 00:22:41 Megan Blacksmith on accepting negative outcomes to move forward bravely
• 00:24:34 Dr. Christine Li and Megan Blacksmith discuss the myth of time as an obstacle and uncovering deeper fears
• 00:27:33 Megan Blacksmith explains NLP and its role in uncovering and rewriting subconscious beliefs
• 00:31:18 Megan Blacksmith describes certification programs and her own "do it scared" leap to expand her events
• 00:37:01 Megan Blacksmith offers a special gift and how listeners can access her resources
• 00:38:09 Dr. Christine Li repeats the free podcast link and encourages listeners to reach out
• 00:39:05 Dr. Christine Li closes the episode and gives contact info for feedback

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