Fear Might Be Trying to Guide You: A Conversation with Guryan Tighe

What if fear isn’t something we need to conquer, butsomething we can learn from?In this episode of SolFul Connections, Amanda connects with leadership coach, workshop facilitator, and self-described “Fear Technician” Guryan Tighe, author of Unmasking Fear. The two explore a new way of understanding fear, one that invites curiosity rather than resistance.Guryan shares how fear can shrink our world when we reactautomatically, but how shifting our relationship with it can open new possibilities for growth, courage, and purpose. Through her work with individuals and leaders, she helps people recognize that fear may actually be pointing them toward something meaningful.This thoughtful conversation invites listeners to reconsiderfear, not as an obstacle, but as a guide that can help us live more intentional and authentic lives. In This Episode, We Explore• Why fear may actually be trying to guide us• The difference between reacting to fear and responding intentionally• The four common fear responses: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn• How curiosity, gratitude, and purpose can transform our relationship withfear• Why understanding fear can expand our choices and open new pathways forward About Guryan TigheGuryan Tighe is a leadership coach, workshop facilitator,and communications strategist whose clients often refer to her as a “Fear Technician.” She is the founder of FOURAGE, an organization dedicated to helping individuals and leaders better understand and work with fear in orderto unlock greater purpose, courage, and fulfillment.She is the author of Unmasking Fear, a book thatreframes fear not as something to conquer, but as something that can guide us toward deeper self-understanding and more intentional living.ResourcesUnmasking Fear by Guryan Tighe: Unmasking Fear — FourageThank you for listening to SolFul Connections, wherewe explore the stories that shape us and the connections that help us live moreintentional, courageous, and joyful lives.Be Part of The CanopyIf this conversation resonates with you, consider joining usat The Canopy, a welcoming space where people come together to reflect,share, and build meaningful connections.At our next gathering, Guryan Tighe will be joining us as a featured guest, adding her voice to a thoughtful community conversation.Learn more and join us here:The Canopy on March 28