3990: She Believed She Could, So She Did by Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise on Trusting Yourself
Optimal Living DailyApril 23, 2026
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3990: She Believed She Could, So She Did by Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise on Trusting Yourself

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Episode 3990:

Rachel Shanken shares a deeply personal story of confronting fear head-on, revealing how a single moment of courage can redefine identity and expand what feels possible. Her journey shows that choosing “I can” over “I can’t” builds resilience, reduces regret, and unlocks a more fulfilling, courageous life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mindbodywise.com/blog/she-believed-she-could/

Quotes to ponder:

"There’s a voice of fear inside us all that’s trying to keep us safe, but there’s also a voice of 'yes, you can' that’s trying to help us to truly live."

"Telling myself 'I can' feels so much better than telling myself I can’t."

"Facing my fear helps me build a pool of resilience for future fears."

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