In our last episode, we met Diego, a marketing director who finds himself frozen by fear whenever he’s expected to step into high-stakes situations. The physical toll of stress and fear weighs heavily on him, limiting his growth and eroding his confidence. Despite his desire to lead boldly, Diego feels stuck—and unsure how to break through. In this solo episode, Jay shares a five-step process to help reframe fear and use it as a catalyst for growth. Drawing inspiration from last week’s guest Chad E. Foster, who built a wildly successful life and career after losing his eyesight, Jay walks through a simple yet powerful framework that anyone can use to shift their relationship with fear. This isn’t about overcoming fear—it’s about transforming it. Jay challenges the conventional wisdom that fear is something to eliminate, instead offering a new lens: fear as a guidepost for growth. He explains how to identify fear in the body, replace limiting narratives with empowering ones, and take action with self-compassion. Through relatable metaphors and clear, actionable steps, this episode equips listeners with the tools to become unstoppable in the face of discomfort. If fear has ever held you back—from launching a new venture to speaking up or taking a leap—this episode will help you shift from hesitation to empowered action. Notable Quotes “When you choose to view your stress response as helpful, you create the biology of courage.” — Kelly McGonigal “Fear doesn’t mean stop. It means pay attention. It means opportunity is near.” — Jay Abbasi Resources and Links Jay Abbasi Website: https://jayabbasi.me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejayabbasi/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast Join Us Next Time In Monday’s episode, Jay introduces Anita, a corporate high-achiever who’s always dreamed of building something of her own. But the voices in her head—and the people around her—keep telling her to play it safe. Jay is joined by Kaya Stanley, a growth strategist, CEO, and TEDx organizer, to explore how Anita can shift her environment, build a network of support, and finally bring her vision to life. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about finding courage through community.

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