So many of the most incredible opportunities I’ve had in my life have come from me pushing past fear. It’s a human emotion, that never goes away… so know that and realize there’s SO much potential goodness on the other side. 🫶🏽✨

You cannot use someone else’s fire. You can only use your own. And in order to do that, you must first be willing to believe that you have it.

-Audre Lorde

Show Notes:

In this solo episode of The Meaningful Shift, Simone reflects on the fears she’s encountered throughout the process of building Ackee House, a retreat space in Jamaica. She talks about overcoming the fear of judgment while fundraising, inspired by personal conversations with family and other new entrepreneurs like Brandy Cerne of O Portalzinho, who also navigates similar waters in the hospitality space. Simone explores deep-rooted fears and emphasizes the importance of courage, self-belief, and collective mindset in pursuing dreams. She shares practical insights and resources, advocating for self-trust and resilience amidst uncertainties and encouraging listeners to step into their power to help contribute to a better world.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:12 Introducing Ackee House: The Journey Begins

02:12 Facing Fear: A Personal Reflection

06:06 Inspiration from Others: Stories of Courage

07:43 Practical Advice: Tools and Resources

10:11 Building Resilience: Overcoming Challenges

13:38 Conclusion: Embracing Your Power

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Resources

How I Built This with Guy Raz

O Portalzinho

Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers

Only the Paranoid Survive by Andrew S. Grove

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