Trusting the Journey: A Conversation with Erin Johnson Ries on Fear, Growth, and Becoming A Mother

Thought Experiment Called Life

"Fear is always there, but so is trust."

This is one of those conversations that just keeps getting better.

I’ve wanted to sit down with my friend and sister martial artist, Erin Reis, for a long time to hear more of her perspectives on life—on managing multiple passions, growing through life’s many chapters, and her path to motherhood, to name a few.

Erin is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, co-owner of Iron Roots gym with her husband Dan, a former nurse who’s stayed connected to her healing roots through dry needling, and a soon-to-be mom. Her life is a powerful blend of strength, heart, and intuition.

This one goes deep. Erin shares how fear and growth have walked hand in hand through every season of her life—from the mats to marriage, through cycles of control and surrender, and now into the wild unknowns of motherhood. She reflects on learning to trust herself, her body, and the timing of things far beyond her control.

Whether you’re navigating a transition, rethinking your relationship to fear, or simply needing a reminder that you’re not alone—there’s something in here for you.

Don’t miss this beautiful conversation about showing up, letting go, and finding power in vulnerability.

xo,

Greta

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