Ep.61 Overcoming Fear in Midlife: How to Be More Confident and Take Action

Not many of us will have the opportunity to spill coffee on a future president during an interview, but think about the times in your life when you had to be bold, stepping out of your comfort zone to accomplish something that you needed to do or wanted to do.  We have all been called to address a relationship, situation, or life calling where we have had to summon courage to overcome what it was that may have held us back.One of the many great things about being in midlife is that with our hard-earned life experience and maturity, we can push aside the fear of failure and more readily tap into our boldness.  Some people make a life or career out of being bold.  Julie O'Neill is a speaker, author, and former news anchor, whose dynamic personality has entertained and inspired on TV and stage since the age of six.  Her work over 30+ years in TV news has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, and stations across the country.  Her recently released book, BOLD, chronicles the secret to her big wins to help you crash through your own comfort zone.  She wants you to unleash your inner boldness, because now is the time to reach your greatest potential in life!In this episode Julie O'Neill and I discuss:- Building a foundation of boldness in her early years- The positive impact of competing in pageants and the value in losing in life- How Julie came to spill coffee on Bill Clinton and other stories from the news desk- Mentorship, relationships, humility, and humanity - defining what is really important in your work and life- Getting pushed out of her 30+ year career due to ageism and Julie's desire to speak up for other midlife women (and men, too)- Why Julie filed a lawsuit against her former employer- The mission behind writing her book BOLD- The importance of having your own "board of directors" and finding your path forward when the chips are downYou can find Julie O'Neill at:https://www.instagram.com/julie_oneill_justme/https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=julie%20o%27neillYou can purchase Julie's book BOLD on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Bold-Secret-Crash-Through-Comfort/dp/B0C6VZ3VP1/ref=sr_1_1?crid=156BM9B3YG1B6&keywords=bold&qid=1688823328&s=books&sprefix=bold%2Cstripbooks%2C94&sr=1-1_________________________________________If you’re doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck, adding a layer of support may be an option. I’ve partnered with a trusted telehealth platform offering modern solutions for women in midlife—including micro-dosed GLP-1 and other peptide therapies.https://elliemd.com/michelefolan - Create a free account to view all products.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/✨ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://michelefolanfasterway.myflodesk.com/i6i44jw4fqLike to connect? Email me at [email protected] Transcripts are created with AI and may not be perfectly accurate.Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.