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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 22 MIN

Ep 162: The Messy Middle: How to Stay Courageous Between Who You Were and Who You’re Becoming

from Your Courageous Life podcast · host Kate Swoboda

Transformation isn’t a straight line — it’s a stretch of uncertainty between letting go of who you were and stepping into who you’re becoming.In this episode of Your Courageous Life, Kate explores how to navigate that uncomfortable in-between space — the “messy middle” where old patterns are falling away and new ones haven’t fully formed. You’ll learn why this stage feels so disorienting, how to stop rushing through it, and how to recognize small signs of growth even when it feels like nothing’s changing.If you’ve been questioning yourself or feeling like you’re stuck between chapters, this episode will remind you that confusion isn’t failure — it’s the bridge to becoming.🚨 This isn’t just a podcast—it’s your wake-up call.If you’ve been smiling through the grind, holding back your truth, or checking every box while something inside you feels like it’s suffocating—it’s time to start a living practice of courage:→ Rewire your relationship to fear:  Courageous Living® Program→ Join a life-changing program, to become a life-changing coach:  CLCC→ Build a business that feels like YOU:  The Coaching Blueprint®→ Get the real-real on becoming a life coach:  The Craft of Coaching PodcastStart now:  YourCourageousLife.com Social: 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 📺 YouTube | 📌 PinterestPlease note...while this podcast may discuss protocols to improve mental or physical health, listeners should always consult a qualified provider before following any advice or undertaking any changes to their lifestyle.

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Transformation isn’t a straight line — it’s a stretch of uncertainty between letting go of who you were and stepping into who you’re becoming. In this episode of Your Courageous Life, Kate explores how to navigate that uncomfortable in-between space — the “messy middle” where old patterns are falling away and new ones haven’t fully formed. You’ll learn why this stage feels so disorienting, how to stop rushing through it, and how to recognize small signs of growth even when it feels like not...

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