Listen "Episode #32: 3-Part Tactical Framework to Build Courage"
Episode Synopsis
This week we are getting tactical and practical.In the last podcast, we talked about the art and neuroscience of courage: what it is, how your neural paths work when you build courage, and some high level strategies for developing courage.This week we are getting tactical on the specific steps you can take to build courage.In this podcast we cover:Definition of the component parts of courageSome simple but important principles for finding and building courageIntroducing a 3-part framework for creating courageSummary of Key PointsCourage contains 5 elements:Intention – You intend to do the act the subjective feeling of apprehensionthe physiological reaction to fear (e.g., increased heart rate)Action, for good – You do the act, for good reasons (i.e. not just being reactive)Persistence – You persist in your action(s), even in the face of fear, hardship, risk or uncertainty We discuss 4 key principles to consider when creating courageYou can proactively control courageBuilding courage is like building a muscle – the more you use it, the more you have itTreat it like building a habitStart small and build up The simple “3 P” framework for building courage is as follows:PrepareDetermine the courage situation you wantDetermine the cause of the fearRecall when you had courage previously, and why/how it workedPlanVisualizeCreate your action stepsCreate your courage habitPerformPracticePerform or implement Click here to access a quiz that will help you figure out where you are in your improvement journey, the skills you should focus on, your next 3 steps, and some curated recommendations on tools and resources that can help you out. Sign Up to Learn More on How to ImproveIf you enjoyed this podcast you can subscribe to our site at Invictus.coach/register and get regular updates on how we are using Neuroscience and High Performance skills tools, and approaches to help people, teams and organizations reach peak performance and achieve more.And if you sign up now, you will a free brief that outlines the #1 thing you can do today to overcome overwhelm. In the document, I give a brief overview of the neuroscience of what happens in your brain and body when you are overwhelmed. And I lay out the most important intervention you can start to take right here, right now to address your overwhelm. Instantly Unlock Performance, Well-Being and Balance Now The "Thrive Hive" is a monthly membership to help teach, coach and support individuals, organizational teams and their leaders in reaching their full potential, and living a flourishing life with balance and well-being.You get access to group coaching, monthly education, webinars/livecasts and other events, topic-based support and tools, and access to a private community of other like-minded individuals.You can find out more or sign up clicking here!
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