Episode 70: Fear is a Mile wide but it's only an Inch Deep (Leila Hormozi)

Episode 70: Fear is a Mile wide but it's only an Inch Deep (Leila Hormozi)

Facing Fear and Conquering It: Insights and Strategies

In this episode, Kimen delves into the concept of fear, highlighting a powerful quote by Lela Hormo that describes fear as being 'a mile wide but only an inch deep.' He explores various perspectives on fear, including its physiological effects like increased cortisol levels, and discusses the benefits of eustress—a balanced form of stress that can enhance performance. Additionally, Kimen shares personal anecdotes and practical strategies for managing fear, such as re-framing fear as excitement, grounding oneself physically, and modeling confident behaviors. He emphasizes the importance of confronting fear to achieve personal growth and live fully.

00:00 Understanding Fear: A Mile Wide, An Inch Deep

01:34 Physiological Breakdown of Fear

02:23 Managing Stress and Eustress

03:03 Perceived Threats and Sympathetic Nervous System

06:10 Transforming Fear into Excitement

08:58 Grounding Techniques to Combat Fear

10:33 Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking

12:07 Modeling Confidence: A Strategy for Public Speaking

14:06 Personal Journey: Conquering Fear

18:46 Playing All Out: Embracing Fear

21:22 The Fear Exercise: A Powerful Realization

26:33 Final Thoughts: Walking into Your Fear

27:20 Conclusion and Thank You