Confronting Fear: Embracing Turbulence in Business and Life

Hit 'Em Straight Podcast

Hit 'Em Straight Podcast
Confronting Fear: Embracing Turbulence in Business and Life
Sep 17, 2025
Shawn Dill & Christian Galt

In this episode of 'Hit 'em Straight,' hosts Shawn Dill and Christian Galt explore the challenging issue of fear and how it affects various aspects of life, including business, relationships, and personal growth. They discuss personal anecdotes of overcoming fear, such as fear of flying and fear of social media judgment, and highlight the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals. The episode emphasizes the need to understand, confront, and gradually overcome fears through practical steps and mindset shifts. Listeners are encouraged to identify their fears, seek mentors with experience, and be prepared for moments of 'turbulence' to unlock their potential and achieve success.

00:00 Introduction to Fear and Business Challenges
00:45 Welcome to Hit 'em Straight Podcast
01:48 Discussing the Topic of Fear
03:31 Personal Experiences with Fear
05:05 Overcoming Fear and Finding Patterns
08:19 Facing Fears and Creating Memories
12:10 Strategies to Conquer Fear
18:03 Embracing Turbulence: A New Perspective
18:48 Overcoming Fear: From Xanax to No Drinks
19:29 Facing Challenges: From Flights to Podcasts
21:11 Social Media Turbulence: Handling Criticism
24:49 Inner Circle: The Impact of Close Relationships
31:21 Learning from Experience: Wisdom from the Older Generation
34:03 Conclusion: Finding Support and Moving Forward

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