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Fear: The Big Fat Liar
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Fear is the silent thief that steals our joy, authenticity, and potential – and Dr. Julie Merriman isn't afraid to call it what it truly is: a big fat liar. Drawing from her own journey through paralyzing fear to empowered living, she offers both personal testimony and practical wisdom for anyone ready to stop letting fear dictate their choices.
Dr. Merriman vulnerably shares how fear of rejection and abandonment kept her from living in her authentic skin for years. Having attended 13-14 different high schools before graduating, she experienced firsthand how unstable foundations and social rejection can damage the solar plexus chakra – our energetic center of personal power and self-esteem. This damage manifested as an inability to speak her truth, set boundaries, or fully embody her purpose until her late twenties.
The transformation came through dedicated inner work: therapy, energy healing, and the courageous practice of setting boundaries. "No is a complete sentence," she reminds us, emphasizing how owning your calendar and honoring your limits creates the space needed to examine subconscious fears in the light of reality. For professional helpers especially, these boundaries serve not just ourselves but those we work with, preventing burnout and compassion fatigue.
The episode culminates in a guided solar plexus meditation designed to help listeners visualize and experience healing their own fear-based energy blockages. This powerful visualization connects you to golden healing light, restoring balance and preventing future blockages. As Dr. Merriman wisely observes, "Most everything you need is on the other side of fear" – making this practice not just self-care but an essential gateway to living your fullest life.
Ready to kick fear to the curb and reclaim your joy? Subscribe to SoulJoy wherever you listen to podcasts, sign up for weekly emails with activity PDFs at juliemerrimanphd.com, and join Dr. Merriman on this journey of authentic, fearless living.
Chapters
1. Welcome to SoulJoy: Tackling Fear (00:00:00)
2. Fear as a Big Fat Liar (00:01:45)
3. Boundaries and Owning Your Calendar (00:04:55)
4. What's on the Other Side of Fear (00:07:40)
5. Solar Plexus Meditation for Overcoming Fear (00:09:56)
6. Final Thoughts and Self-Care Reminder (00:13:40)
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