Barb Roose on Letting Go and Moving On

⁠SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Mike Dauphinee reconnects with Barb Roose to unpack self-awareness, personal growth, and what it means to truly know when to let go. They explore how fear can hijack our decision-making, how to get off the “wrong highway,” and the mental discipline required to choose peace over control. From dating in midlife to managing ambition and embracing mindfulness, Barb shares her real-world insight with humility and strength. This episode is packed with stories, frameworks, and the reminder that sometimes the strongest move forward starts with stopping.About Barb RooseBarb Roose is a popular speaker, author, and literary agent. She regularly speaks in the US and abroad, including national platforms like the Aspire Women’s Events, She Speaks Conference, COMPEL Pathways, and the UMC Leadership Institute. She’s the author of seven Bible studies and five books that equip women to live beautifully strong and courageous lives, experiencing God’s adventure of faith and purpose. Barb also writes a weekly Happy Monday devotional and hosts the Bold, Brave & Beautiful podcast. She’s the proud mom of three adult children and lives in Northwest Ohio. And whenever possible—Barb eats dessert first.Learn more at barbroose.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbroose . (@barbroose)Barb's Recent Book - Stronger Than StressTakeawaysUnderstanding your strengths can lead to greater self-awareness.Fear can drive decision-making; it's important to recognize it.Letting go of control can lead to personal growth.Dating can be approached strategically, but deeper connections matter.Confidence is about remembering past successes, not just creating new ones.Learning is essential for navigating life transitions.Rest is crucial for those with high achiever traits.Mindfulness practices can help quiet a busy mind.Navigating transitions requires self-care and awareness.It’s okay to have a holy discontent for more in life.Sound Bites"Confidence isn't created, it's remembered.""We are human beings, not human doings.""The journey of self-discovery is ongoing."No map? No problem.If this hit you in the gut—in a good way—there’s more where that came from:→ www.thedauphineegroup.com→ YouTube→ LinkedIn→ Weekly ClarityNo Fluff. No hype.⁠Navigation BriefWe help people navigate when the map stops working. You in?