If I asked you how many tasks you completed or carried today, would you find yourself exhausted by list?

Women often find themselves juggling an invisible yet overwhelming mental load known as “caregiving.” This burden frequently stems from societal expectations that position us as primary caregivers, responsible for managing not only physical tasks, but also emotional and mental duties of not only ourselves but our partners, children, work obligations, at times parent obligations, to name a few. Today, we are deep diving into the concept of this mental load and breaking down its multifaceted impacts and how the ongoing demands take us further away from positive emotions. However, it doesn’t stop there. Often unacknowledged or undervalued by society at large, this work can lead to feelings of isolation and exhaustions. These demands are deeply rooted in traditional gender roles that demand selfless nurturing without adequate support or recognition. The result? Burnout and a disconnection from one's own identity and desires.

We must get into a space of reclaiming ourselves—this episode is the how you probably didn’t know you needed!

Let’s get right to it…

What does it truly mean to be fearless? I sat down with Rhonda Britten, founder of the Fearless Living Institute and a familiar face from her appearances on Oprah. Together, we dive deep into fear—how it shapes us, holds us back, and how we can summon the strength to rise above it. Rhonda reveals how you can reclaim your power, step boldly into the unknown, and embrace fearlessness no matter what story you're carrying.

Rhonda opens up about her defining moment: witnessing the brutal murder of her mother at the hands of her father. That moment ignited her fear, but it also sparked her relentless journey of healing. Now, she’s dedicated her life to helping others transform their darkest days into their greatest triumphs.

And we’re not stopping there. We're handing you practical tools, actionable steps, and the wisdom you need to take charge of your life—right now.

If you've ever felt lost, unsure of how to keep going, or struggled to find courage in your hardest moments, this is your turning point.

It’s time to stop waiting.

Who are you? Are you living in alignment with your true self? These questions are not merely rhetorical; they serve as catalysts for profound personal exploration. When you deny your truths or attempt to live up to others' expectations rather than your own authentic self, you often experience feelings of invisibility and can quickly become disconnection from your life. In this week’s episode, we are taking a deep dive into finding your truth, uncovering it from the wreckage of your hard, past experiences and deciding what you need and want now. If fear has stood in your way, there is something important to understand—this is indicative of your growth—you are ready!

Let’s not waste another second, let’s put a spotlight on your path to self-discovery and empowerment, while we embrace the hard and use fear as a guide.

If I say the word “Fear,” what comes up for you? Do you immediately try to reject the thoughts that arise? Most people do. I coined the term “fear with a backbone,” some time ago. Yet, it wasn’t until this week that I was granted a massive a-ha moment that brought perspective to my own life and the work I’ve dedicated myself to doing since 2016. This episode is not merely about identifying fear, but more so learning how to use your mindset to transform fear into a powerful catalysts for change across all five master areas of your life: mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial. While this is deeply personal, I hope this conversation is as powerful as the moment I received it.

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Fear is a natural experience in our lives. It can be the most significant piece of baggage that many of us carry around because it’s associated with so many things, whether it’s trauma or emotional understanding, failure, rejection, or not being able to get out of the limiting beliefs; fear can be a tornado that takes us down and keeps us from fully thriving.

In fact, you can write a life blueprint and give yourself a beautiful path. However, the minute that fear puts a wall up, a boundary around you, there’s not much one can do until you move through seven skill sets that help you get out of fear and eliminate it. That’s exactly what you and I will do today in our one-on-one deep dive.

Fear, it’s a nasty word and an even nastier emotion. It keeps us caught in small boxes. It keeps us from showing up to our present life, future, relationships, jobs, families, you name it. If fear is present, you are not thriving to your fullest potential.

That’s why you and I are taking one-on-one deep dive into the fear of making the wrong choice! Fear is the biggest enemy to your decision-making, and it can hold you captive even when the stacks feel like life and death. So, if you have ever found yourself uncertain, feeling “stuck,” unable to move forward, or wishing someone else could choose for you, this is the conversation for you!

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions. It ranks right up there, at least in my mind, with grief. It’s a liar. It’s a thieve. And yet, its intention is good. It’s meant to keep you safe. But, for many, fear keeps them paralyzed, shut down, and living in a way that is strictly in survival and never touching the beauty of joy, which is, of course, a birthright to all of us.

Jill Gibson from New Hampshire wrote in and said, “Danielle, I’m not sure where to start. I suppose I should just say the word in my head most days—fear. I was talking to a dear friend a few months ago, and she pointed out that I am constantly fearful but also doing everything I can to avoid it. I’ve struggled with this thought since she spoke those words. I feel this is a truthful assessment of where I am, but I do not know how to get out of it. I would love to hear your advice.”