7 ideas of how you can grow courage

Hi there!

If you’re passionate about self-development you've likely heard of Marshall Goldsmith, the renowned executive coach.

Like me, Marshall also emphasizes courage as a cornerstone of his coaching philosophy.

He reframes courage not as the absence of fear, but the quality of being ready and willing to confront it.

Fear is a natural response to uncertainty and risk.

This reframing allows us to accept our emotions as part of the human experience rather than as a sign of weakness.

When we accept that courage involves feeling fear and choosing to act anyway, it empowers us to take steps forward despite our apprehensions.

The good news?

Courage isn't a rare trait reserved for a select few.

It's a skill anyone can cultivate and strengthen over time. Some suggestions on how we might grow courage:

1. Practice small acts of bravery: Start with manageable challenges that push you slightly out of your comfort zone. Over time, these small acts accumulate and build your courage. For me, this is finding pockets of opportunities at work to speak up.

2. Ask for feedback: Seek out honest feedback from others. It builds your ability to hear constructive inputs essential for growth.

3. Reflect on past successes: Remember the times when you were courageous and succeeded. This can give you confidence to act courageously in the future.

4. Visualize positive outcomes: Imagine the best possible scenario of acting with courage. It could be your LinkedIn post getting positive very engagement. This can help reduce the fear associated with taking risks.

5. Build a support system: Surround yourself with people who support your courageous actions. Knowing you have a safety net can make it easier to take leaps of faith.

6. Learn from role models: Look to individuals who exemplify courage. Learn from their experiences and try to emulate their brave behavior.

7. Commit to continuous learning: Embrace new experiences and knowledge. The more you know, the more prepared you feel, which can bolster your courage.

Courage is like a muscle, the more you use it, the stronger it becomes.

Stay Courageous,

Joping

Joping is a Certified Self-Leadership Coach and a solopreneur in the making. She writes about everything in between intention and action, and believe courage makes the biggest difference.