FABULOUS AFTER FIFTY! EPISODE 183 – Bernice McDonald – From “Not Enough” to “Brave Enough”

In this episode, we explore how fear and feeling “not enough” hold many women back, especially after 50. We talk about her Tiny Brave Steps method—building a bridge across a “cavern” with small, brave planks—and her ACT tool.

A human talk based on experience and wisdom with valuable tips.

BIO
Bernice McDonald is a Life Strategist who helps people navigate the hard stuff—loss, fear, change, disappointment—and discover the courage to rebuild through her “Tiny Brave Steps” method. She believes that courage isn’t the absence of fear – it’s learning to take one small, Brave Step while still scared. Her message is simple and deeply human: “You can do hard things, even if the step you take is tiny.” As the author of the “Little Books of Courage” series (beginning with ‘Brave Enough to Be Myself’ and ‘Brave Enough to Let Go’), Bernice blends storytelling, neuroscience, and soulful reflection to help listeners recognize their strength, befriend fear, and move forward with hope. Her warmth, humour, and practical tools make her an unforgettable guest for podcasts exploring personal growth, courage, mindset, midlife transitions, spirituality, or mental resilience.

LINKS

Bernice McDonald’s Website
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernicemcdonald/
https://www.youtube.com/@BerniceMcDonald

 

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