Valerie Silveira
Valerie Silveira
Burn the Map Ep 3: Fear Is Killing Us
Burn the Map Ep 3: Fear Is Killing Us
Burn the Map Ep 3: Fear Is Killing Us
Wednesday 30th July 2025
Explore how fear steals dreams and opportunities in Warriors in Hope with Valerie Silveira. Hear stories and insights on facing life's challenges.
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Valerie Silveira
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Episode Overview
- Fear can steal dreams and opportunities.
- Even small moments can teach big lessons about confronting fear.
- Personal stories highlight the impact of fear.
- Spiritual perspectives can offer insight into overcoming fear.
- Fear doesn't have to rule your life.
"Fear isn't just an emotion – it's a thief that steals dreams, relationships, and opportunities"
Fear isn't just an emotion – it's a sneaky thief that nicks your dreams, relationships, and opportunities. In this episode of Warriors in Hope, Valerie Silveira and Sean tackle the tricky subject of fear and how it often convinces you to settle for less than you deserve. Valerie shares her thoughts on the 'Beast of Fear', a concept that might resonate with anyone who's felt paralysed by anxiety or self-doubt.
The conversation is peppered with anecdotes, like a cheeky story about Valerie's great-aunt Dorothy, who had a sharp wit that could slice through the tension like a hot knife through butter. Sean joins the discussion, sharing his own experience of confronting fear on the golf course – proving that even small moments can teach big lessons.
The pair explore how fear can creep into everyday situations and how it can be as subtle as not speaking up when someone nearly beans you with a golf ball. They highlight how fear can stop you from having honest conversations or pursuing your dreams. Valerie delves into her own journey, reflecting on the paralysing fear she experienced during her daughter's addiction and murder.
Her candidness about this personal struggle offers a poignant reminder that fear can be a constant companion, but it doesn't have to rule your life. The episode also touches on spiritual perspectives, suggesting that fear might be part of a larger battle between good and evil. Whether you subscribe to this belief or not, the idea serves as a metaphor for how fear can feel overwhelming.
If you're looking for inspiration to tackle your own fears or simply want to hear some engaging stories, this episode offers both. So why not give it a listen and see if you find a nugget of wisdom to help you stand up to your own 'Beast of Fear'?