The Going Scared Podcast with Jessica Honegger

How many of you have had an amazing, epic, mountain top moment happen in your life — but deep down inside, the view from the top didn't make you feel quite as happy as you imagined? To be honest, we've all had that experience. But it doesn't have to be that way... Today, Jessica spends time with Dr. Laurie Santos — a cognitive scientist and researcher of all things happiness. Together they'll unpa...

This week we continue our special series dedicated to bettering our minds, bodies, time, and lives! And there may be no better person to hear from than Cassy Joy Garcia. Cassy is the Editor in Chief behind the popular food and wellness website, fedandfit.com . Listen in as Cassy and Jessica get real and get practical about simplifying wellness though quick recipes, nutrition, fitness, and safer ho...

As we continue our special series about bettering our minds, bodies, time, and lives - we have to talk about fear and going scared! Which is why we are fortunate to hear from one of the world's foremost experts on fear and rejection, Jia Jiang. Listen in as Jessica and Jia talk about the crazy ways he was able to stare rejection in the face, feel the fear, and overcome! Show Links
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This show marks the launch of a special series all about you, where we learn about our minds, our bodies, our time, and our life! And what better way to launch into the new series and new year than with Tonya Dalton, a renowned productivity expert. For those of you that love a good to-do list, get ready to be challenged. Tonya is all about showing us that what we need aren't tasks, but meaningful...

It's the most wonderful time of the year - to shop! Happy Holidays! Today we're going to spend time with four incredible women who are at the helm of ethical and amazing businesses. Our hope is that their passion will inspire you to use your purchasing power for good! Buying Guide - Carly Burson & Tribe Alive - Rachel Bentley & The Citizenry - Bethany Tran & The Root Collective - Jessica Honegger...

Who is your enemy? Who is your friend? To consider those questions we spend time with Jeremy Courtney, founder and president of Preemptive Love Coalition . Preemptive Love is a "coalition stretching across Iraq, Syria, the United States, and beyond, working together to unmake violence and create the more beautiful world our hearts know is possible." Lean in as Jeremy and Jessica work to re-frame t...

Emily and Erik Orton were in a rut. After a series of professional and personal failures, they felt like they needed to resuscitate their life. So, they did what any parents of 5 children would do - went sailing, FOR A YEAR! Today, Emily and Erik share with Jessica their epic voyage of living at sea. And they'll reveal how the journey of staying alive taught them more than just survival skills - i...

As International Justice Mission's Regional President of North America, Melissa Russell is leading a huge team of people in the work of protecting the poor from violence. Her honesty about her faults (and strengths!), as well as a fierce determination to equip all of us in the work of justice, has been seminal in the global movement to end slavery. And on top of that, she just so happens to be one...

When Amena Brown steps on stage, she carries with her not only a life full of experiences, but the ability to communicate her journey through a deep, vulnerable, hilarious, and bold artistic voice. Today, Amena and Jessica talk about the power of vulnerability and how we can change the messages that play on a loop in our mind. Plus, Amena shares the amazing story of collaborating with THE Tracee E...

Doesn't every little girl dream about trying out for American Gladiator on the day of her wedding? Well Ally Davidson did just that - and won the competition! But it was what she did after the win that may surprise you. As Jessica and Ally talk about the journey of opening the life-changing fitness experience, Camp Gladiator, they'll challenge all of us to consider how we spend our time, what our...

To celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Heather Avis is joining Jessica for an incredible conversation about inclusion and advocacy. Heather is not only an Instagram star and mom to three adopted kids—two with Down Syndrome— but she has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts of those pushed to the edges of society. This is an episode that will leave you inspired and say...

How many of us have looked in the mirror and said things we'd never say to another person? This is the reality for so many of us who struggle, deeply, with simply accepting our body - let alone loving it. Today, Jessica and Hillary have a deeply personal and practical conversation about body image, raising healthy daughters, and re-framing our internal monologue to be one of health and love. Show...

As an author, speaker, spiritual director, retreat guide and yoga instructor, Phileena Heuertz is passionate about spirituality and making the world a better place. Today we're spending time with Phileena in considering what really grounds us. So take a break and listen to Jessica and Phileena as they share their own journey of "contemplative spirituality." And you listen, be sure to check out the...

It's important that we talk about anxiety and depression. Because in one form or another, we're all on the journey of better mental health and searching for renewal. Yet the "fix" for our symptoms isn't always clear, and often we feel alone in the struggle. Today, long-time friends Rebekah and Jessica take us through their own stories and give practical advice. We hope the honesty of this conversa...

What if you took every business and life lesson you've ever learned and tossed it out the window - would you be crazy? Suzy Batiz doesn't think so. Forged by a life marked with struggle, innovation, and bravery, Suzy challenges what it means to be content and how we can be fulfilled - now. Today, Jessica sits down with Suzy who bravely shares the story of her life and how she's re-framing entrepre...

There are two things you're going to notice about Simon Bailey. First, his laugh - it's the best! And second, his unwavering belief that for people to build the future they're hoping for, they must be fearless. Today, Jessica and Simon have a really fascinating and wide-ranging conversation on attitude, relationships, divorce, and going scared! Show Links
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Most people know Heather Land from her viral and hilarious "I Ain't Doin' It" videos. But what may surprise you is Heather's journey and her decision to be bold in the midst of a crazy upheaval in her life. Today, Heather and Jessica get deep into what it's like becoming famous, life after home school, and the aftermath of addiction. Show Links
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How does a promising tech. wiz go from surviving alone in the wilderness (for a long time!) to starting the incredible children's book company, Literati? Well, her story and her path will surprise you and give you the courage to do things you've never done before. Today, Jessica and Jessica sit down in the Noonday office to discuss life, courage, entrepreneurship, and - wait for it - fishing! Show...

After a brief summer break, Going Scared is back and better than ever! And what better way to kick off our new season than with the fabulous Lauren Scruggs Kennedy. Lauren is a celebrated lifestyle blogger, advocate for individuals with limb differences, and non-stop, high-energy entrepreneur. You're going to love her. Today, Lauren shares her amazing journey with Jessica and inspires all of us to...

We all know that choosing to be content with what we have is the better way to live. Yet so often we find ourselves thinking, "If only I could afford that, or weighed that much, or had this kind of marriage - my life would be so much better." So many of us struggle with contentment, which is why Jessica's conversation with Rachel Cruze is so important. Rachel is the bestselling author of  The Cont...

Luvvie Ajayi is the hilarious and honest author of "I'M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual." In addition she's the writer of of the super-popular AwesomelyLuvvie.com, host of an amazing podcast titled, "Rants and Randomness," and just launched yet another podcast with Yvonne Orji called "Jesus and Jollof"! Luvvie is an amazing person, and today she and Jessica talk about pop-culture, media, race, f...

Remember when you were little and you played "pretend" for hours on end? Except for you, it wasn't pretending. You really were someone else and you could fly, dance, tumble, and sing just like that person. Well Todd Herman is trying to harness that childlike imagination to help us adults release the power inside of us.  Today, Jessica and Todd get deep into what it means to have an alter ego and w...

Today you get to drop in on SXSW and listen to a special conversation between good friends Jessica Honegger and Jen Hatmaker! They're talking about Jessica's book, Imperfect Courage , what it means to go scared, and what kind of courage is required to start - and stay. Show Links
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How many times have we told ourselves to "stay in the moment" or "it's the journey, not the destination?" Well today, Jessica and our guest Jordan Lee Dooley talk about just that. These friends get into what it means to celebrate the journey and not just get hung up on the outcomes. From finding mentors, to networking efficiently, to supporting other women - this is an episode you'll need to liste...

Alexander McClean is the Founder and Director General of African Prisons Project. This organization empowers changemakers within prisons who will use the law to bring justice to some of the world's most vulnerable. Alexander and his team are based in London, UK, and work in East Africa – particularly in Kenya and Uganda – with men, women and children. They provide legal training and services, as w...