Hey friends! Welcome back. I'm psyched for today's episode chatting about something that makes most of us feel a little queasy - taking risks.

I don't know about you, but risks make me feel squirmy too. Stepping outside my comfort zone doesn't come naturally. But I've learned that while taking risks can feel scary in the moment, it's one of the best ways to grow.

Life is short, and I want to make the most of it. I want adventures, new challenges, and opportunities to become the best version of myself.

And to do that, I have to take some smart risks along the way.

So in this episode, we’ll be learn about how to push past fear, assess risks thoughtfully, and take chances on goals that light us up inside.

To guide us, we’ve got the one and only Denzel Washington. This guy is a legend! He’s won two Academy Awards, a Tony, two Golden Globes, and way more. Denzel has starred in so many iconic movies it’s crazy - Philadelphia, Training Day, Malcolm X, Fences, and tons more.

But even Denzel gets nervous sometimes about taking risks. The key is he doesn't let the nerves stop him. He finds the courage to face risks head-on, channel the fear into motivation, and keep daring greatly.

We’ll hear Denzel’s advice for getting into a risk-taking state of mind and facing down our fears. He’ll also share some amazing stories of risks he took that really paid off in his career and life.

Here’s a preview of what we’ll get into:

• Why we tend to regret the chances we didn’t take more than the ones we did. Missed opportunities can haunt us! Denzel will talk about going for it before the chance is gone.
• How to build up the courage to take smart risks. Recklessness is one thing, courage is another. We’ll chat about thoughtfully assessing risks and then moving forward with gusto.
• Tips for dealing with uncertainty and quieting fears. Fear can really hold us back if we let it. Denzel will share his approach to getting out of his own way.
• Motivating examples of people who took risks and found success. We’ll hear uplifting stories of folks who put themselves out there and experienced big payoffs.
• How to bounce back after a risk doesn’t pan out. Not every risk is going to work out, and that's okay! We’ll talk about getting back up and trying again.

Here’s the truth - risks help us grow. By stepping outside our comfort zones, we expand what we’re capable of. Playing it safe gets boring after a while. To live a vibrant, engaged life, we’ve got to take some chances and surprise ourselves.

So let’s do this my friends! It’s time to set inspiring goals, get pumped up, and start making moves toward the dreams and adventures that light us up inside.

Denzel will get us fired up to start taking bold action and really leaning into life. Let's jump in! I can't wait to hear your biggest a-ha moments after you listen.

For now, get ready for some motivating real talk about embracing risk. Let's enjoy this wild ride called life together!

Here's the legendary Denzel Washington with his fantastic thoughts on taking risks!