You Are Braver Than You Think: How Small Acts of Courage Build Confidence

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is simply show up.In this deeply personal first episode of Brave Moves, I share the story of my dad’s final days,  and the unexpected words that changed how I saw courage forever. When my dad said to me, “You are so brave,” I didn’t believe him. I didn’t feel brave. I just showed up, uncertain and heartbroken. But that moment became the foundation for everything I've learned (and now I teach) about confidence.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why bravery isn’t about fearlessness, it’s about presence.How small acts of courage become the building blocks of confidence.The truth about showing up when you don’t have a script or a plan.Why community and connection matter when we feel most afraid.Brave Moves is about finding strength in the small steps, the ones that don’t feel big or shiny, but change everything over time.This is an intimate reflection on loss, courage, and what it truly means to live, and lead, with confidence.If you loved this episode, text me and let me know what you though. Support the showJoin the CommunityBrave Moves is a daily confidence and personal growth podcast for ambitious women, women entrepreneurs, and leaders who are ready to overcome self-doubt, build resilience, and take bold action in business and life. Each short, practical episode blends mindset science, decision-making psychology, and real-life stories to help you strengthen your confidence, rewire negative thought patterns, and create meaningful forward momentum.If you are navigating career pivots, burnout, reinvention, or leadership growth, Brave Moves gives you the tools to think differently, act bravely, and design a future aligned with your values and vision. Because confidence isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you build, one brave move at a time.Liked this episode? Share it with your midlife woman, entrepreneur friends!Love this show? Let us know how we helped you increase your confidence by leaving a review.For more about me and what I do, check out my website.If you’re looking for support to grow your business faster, be positioned as an authority in your industry, and impact the masses, schedule a call to explore if you’d be a good fit for one of my coaching programs.Fo... This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit juliedeluccacollins.substack.com/subscribe