Episode 48: Fearless Forward

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Send Let’s Think About It a text What propels us forward when fears and limiting beliefs threaten to hold us back? Zoe Thompson's journey from an 18-year-old civilian in a police station to a senior leader managing officers provides a masterclass in determination and proving doubters wrong. Growing up with a father whose mantra was "the bigger they come, the harder they fall," Zoe developed an unstoppable drive that served her well when facing triple bias as young, female, and a civilian in leadership. Her philosophy? "If you tell me I can't do it, you can then watch me do it." This mindset became her superpower in navigating challenges throughout her 20-year policing career. Our conversation delves into the psychology of fear and how it functions as a distraction from our values. When we're afraid – whether of public speaking or taking on new challenges – our values temporarily recede. But as Zoe explains, "The anticipation anxiety is very real, and the more you stand on the sidelines, the bigger it gets." The solution? Step into action, and watch your values rise as the fear diminishes.