The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2217 | Lisa Nichols: “If it Doesn’t Make You a Little Afraid, You Ain’t Playing Big Enough.”
Jul 7, 2025
Lisa Nichols, a renowned motivational speaker and author, redefines fear as not a barrier but a catalyst for growth. She encourages listeners to leap into their greatness and embrace discomfort as a crucial part of transformation. Nichols emphasizes the power of rewriting your life story and taking bold actions to achieve personal dreams. She also discusses the importance of confronting workplace stress and offers practical tips for mental health. With her electrifying message, she inspires all to transform fear into fuel for their journey.
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Redefining Fear as an Emotion
- Fear is just an emotion, like love or compassion, often given more power than it deserves.
- It is a story we tell ourselves about a possible future, causing physical reactions without real evidence.
Use Fear as Fuel
- Use fear as fuel to propel you forward rather than a fortress holding you back.
- Stop waiting for perfect timing and jump into your greatness despite fear.
From Hardship to Promise
- Lisa Nichols once wrapped her son in a towel for two days because she couldn't afford diapers.
- That experience fueled her promise to never be that broke again and redesign her life.