The Fear, the Excuses… and Finally Doing the Damn Thing!

November 11, 2024

I have something SO EXCITING to share, but I’ll be honest—getting to this point was scary and hard.

For a looooooong time , I’ve dreamed about creating a podcast, a space where I could share honest conversations about personal growth, navigating life’s messy parts, sharing my stories, and talking about how we can all live more deliberately. But every time I thought about hitting “record,” I felt this intense fear creeping in.

I would tell myself, “It’s not the right time.” “I need to know more first.” “What if it doesn’t resonate?” These excuses kept me safe but stuck—and the longer I sat with them, the bigger the fear grew. The idea of not being “perfect” at this kept me locked in place. Then I’d progress to recording something and then shelving it. But still not doing the thing.

Eventually, I realized that no matter how many reasons I gave myself to hold back, there was one truth I couldn’t ignore: I needed to do this. Not just for myself, but for anyone else out there who’s ever felt stuck, afraid to start, or overwhelmed by the idea of growth.

Part of what makes me a dynamic leader is my commitment to going first. I’m willing to stumble, to get it wrong over and over again, and then pick myself up until I get it right. Why? So you can see that it’s okay to be imperfect. So you can learn from my journey and find the courage to start your own.

So, here we are! On December 1, I’m launching The Deliberate Exchange!

This podcast will dive into the raw, unfiltered truth of what it really takes to live deliberately and unapologetically. It’s a journey of starting, failing, and—most importantly—getting up and trying again. It’s going to be amazing!

If you’re ready to join me, mark your calendars and stay tuned. I can’t wait to share this journey with you, imperfect as it may be.

Because sometimes, the real magic is in pushing through the fear and doing the damn thing anyway.

Here’s to living deliberately, one imperfect step at a time.

Chelsea

aka The Deliberate One