Most of us are capable of a lot more than we think, but we often sell ourselves short.One of the biggest reasons for our lack of confidence is the self-doubt that usually comes disguised as the imposter syndrome. Before we even begin to plan our next steps, a little voice screams in our head, “What would people think?” or “How long will it take for people to figure out that I’m not as good as they think?” And we freeze. We take ten steps back and lock our dreams in a box. Fortunately, we don’t have to be the best before we put ourselves out there and we don’t have to know all the answers right from the get-go. All it takes is to learn as we move forward.In today’s episode, my guest takes us on an extraordinary journey on how to doubt the doubt and dare to get out of our comfort zone. We discuss how allowing ourselves to be vulnerable is actually imperative in our life, how truly connecting with people can help us deal with the challenges we’re faced with, and the ways to build confidence in ourselves. Margie Warrell learned to build resilience, challenge the norms and embrace change through personal adversities. As an international speaker and facilitator, her focus is on helping individuals, teams and organizations build greater resilience, courage, and capacity to thrive in today’s uncertain world. Her client organizations include NASA, Salesforce, Google, Visa, Deloitte, Microsoft, and Facebook.  Margie’s work is based on the latest research in positive and behavioral psychology, leadership development, and organizational change, so listen to Episode 225 of Becoming Your Best, to learn how to give yourself permission to do what you feel called to do, even though you feel uncomfortable, anxious or uncertain of the outcome.  Questions I ask: Margie, tell us about your background, including any turning points in your life that have had a significant impact on you. (02:12) What's some of the most impressive research that you've done, that stood out for you that you've used in your book? (07:54) What have been some of the top lessons that you've learned in the middle of all the challenges and disruptions you’ve described? (11:06) In your experience, Margie, why are people hesitant to be vulnerable? (17:29) What can people do to build confidence in their ability to cope with the challenges that they're facing? (21:01) Any final tips that you'd like to leave our listeners with? (26:19) In this episode, you will learn: How her husband contracting COVID-19 has forced Margie to walk her own talk. (03:53) The reason why Margie wrote her fifth book, “You’ve Got This”. (06:11) How to overcome the self-doubt. (08:50) About a UCLA study around naming and labeling our emotions. (12:20) The importance of allowing yourself to be vulnerable. (14:42) How to choose the path of faith over fear. (24:41) Connect with Margie:  Website Live Brave Podcast Facebook Page Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Margie’s books Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: support@becomingyourbest.com   Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.