Find Your Voice: From Fear to Fearless with Dr. Doreen Downing

his episode is a soulful, sparkly conversation about what it really means to use your voice — not just on stages or TEDx talks, but in your own life. Sandy sits down with clinical psychologist and fearless speaking mentor Dr. Doreen Downing to explore the deep roots of public speaking anxiety, the power of presence, and why confidence is overrated (yes, we said it).Together, they unpack how early experiences can teach us to stay quiet, how many high-achieving women hide fear behind competence, and why finding your voice is less about performance and more about being. This is about courage before confidence, connection over perfection, and choosing revelation instead of decline — especially in the second half of life.If you’ve ever felt like your voice got smaller the more “successful” you became… this episode is your invitation back home.7 Step Guide to Fearless Speaking at Doreen7Steps.comWebsite for freebies, books, podcast, courses, and mentoring: DoreenDowning.com.