#38 How to let go of the weight of your fears

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How to let go of the weight of your fears with Iris Gardner
As women, we often carry the weight of not appearing capable of handling everything, fearing that asking for help might signify weakness and the possibility of failure if we step into an identity that aligns with our true selves. However, we can start shedding this weight by taking small, intentional steps to prioritize and ground ourselves without feeling guilty. By refusing to give in to the temptation of showing up for everyone else and quitting on ourselves, we can slowly loosen the grip of fear and instead begin to lead with courage. It's in these small acts of self-prioritization, self-compassion, and bravery that we lighten the load of our fears, paving the way for a more inspiring and empowered existence not just for ourselves but also for those around us.
Join us in the conversation with miss Iris Gardner as she shares her journey and how she stepped outside the matrix to live life on her terms, not just for herself but for her family and the next generation. Iris is a horsemanship, backpacker, gardener, writer, and photographer. For a decade, Iris helmed a thriving organic farm located along the Mexican border in Southern California, showcasing her commitment to sustainable living while raising small children and supporting a husband in the military. Now residing in the scenic mountains of Washington State, she dedicates her time to her craft as a writer and a photographer. Alongside her husband, Jason Gardner, a former Navy SEAL and leadership instructor at Ushelon Brent, they instill the values of capability, independence, and a close bond with nature in their children.
Key Highlights from the Show

1. [00:01] Intro and a quick update of the Summer Shred 12-Week Challenge
2. [02:04] A quick bio of our guest today, Iris Gardner
3. [04:39] What is going on, and how life is like for Iris
4. [07:58] Iris foundation and intentionality in health and fitness
5. [11:13] Meal prep and how it looks like for Iris in the winter
6. [15:30] How Iris navigated motherhood and business while his husband was away
7. [21:19] How Iris Huband supported her dream and her backpack trips
8. [27:49] Overcoming guilt and doing what you’re passionate about with courage
9. [30:29] Iris's experiences that cemented the mindset ‘she is capable.’
10. [33:12] Refusing to quit and working on your self-improvement
11. [37:43] ‘Sleeping under the stars’ and Iris's experience
12. [43:47] Iris’s parting words to women who want to start living again
13. [44:48] How to reach out and learn more about Iris
14. [45:01] Wrap-up and end of the show

Notable Quotes
You may dream your whole life of becoming a mum, but as you become a mother, it’s very easy to lose your identity; you’ve to do something for yourself to stay grounded. - (15:42)
Let’s Connect
Learn the Angie Method Here - https://angiesmethod.com/angie-link-page-8836
Angie Lyngso: https://www.instagram.com/angie.lyngso/
Iris Gardener; https://www.instagram.com/allthewildplaces/?hl=en
Mixed and Edited by Next Day Podcast