The BraveHearted Woman

Dawn Damon
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Welcome to The BraveHearted Woman, a podcast dedicated to calling out the brave, bold, beautiful dreams women have for their lives. I’m your BraveHeart mentor, Dawn Damon. I’m a Confidence Coach, Author, Teacher, and Speaker, whose ultimate goal is to champion women like you! As your BraveHeart mentor and certified coach, I push you to shed false limits, labels, and lies, so you can find yourself, discover your dreams, boost your confidence, and flourish in midlife and beyond. And because I know how scary it can be to take steps of courageous action that lead to change, I want to support and equip you as you move toward any life transformation you desire! Our discussions cover various topics for mid-life women, including bold life reinvention, beauty hacks, powerful mindsets, healthy habits and disciplines, physical health, spirituality, and soul healing. I help awaken your heart to believe and to see what is possible! We explore the mindsets of a successful woman, and talk about what I call the “5 Fortitudes of a BraveHearted Women;” of course, I use the acronym BRAVE. • Bold Vision • Real Identity • Able mindsets • Virtuous Self-Talk • Excellent Habits If you want to grow and develop, ignite the flame of your vision, reach your goals, and achieve your dreams, you’ve come to the right place because we are all things “women empowerment.” So, thanks for stopping by. I believe you will be motivated, inspired, challenged, and, if you keep coming back…changed!

  1. 10h ago

    How to Transform Your Life in Midlife: 4 Powerful Steps Every Midlife Woman Needs

    You are one decision away from changing the trajectory of your life. In today’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I share four practical and powerful steps to create lasting transformation in midlife. If you’ve felt stuck, overwhelmed, or convinced that “this is just who I am,” I want to challenge that belief. Change doesn’t happen through wishful thinking; it begins with awareness, vision, intentional action, and daily habits. I walk through how to honestly assess where you are, define where you want to go, identify habits that sabotage your growth, and create supportive habits that move you toward your desired future. Small, consistent actions may not seem dramatic, but over time, they can completely change your life. If you’re ready for a midlife reset, greater confidence, and a brave next chapter, this conversation is for you. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:28 - How one decision can shift the direction of your life 3:16 - Step 1: Know exactly where you are 6:51 - Step 2: Know exactly where you want to go 11:37 - Step 3: Eliminate habits that sabotage you 15:47 - Step 4: Build habits that support your future 21:18 - Who will you become in 10 years? Quotations: "You are one decision away from changing the trajectory of your life." "Awareness is not condemnation; it's information." "Your future is shaped by what you repeatedly do today." "Don't focus on massive change. Focus on small, consistent actions." "It's not about outdoing another woman; it's about outdoing the woman you were last year." Resources: 👩🏻‍🏫 Subscribe to The BraveHearted Transformation Course: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/bravehearted-transformation 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    26 min

  2. Jun 29

    WHAT DATING LOOKS LIKE IN MIDLIFE: A Man's POV on Divorce, Healing & Finding Love Again | Tez Brooks

    What does healing after divorce really look like, and how do you know when you're ready to love again? In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with award-winning author, speaker, and writing coach Tez Brooks to explore life after divorce, dating in midlife, emotional healing, forgiveness, and finding love again after heartbreak. After experiencing a painful divorce and raising his children as a single father, Tez shares the lessons he learned about identity, self-worth, recovery, and rebuilding his life with purpose. Together, we discuss the challenges many midlife women and men face after divorce, including loneliness, rejection, healing childhood wounds, navigating dating after 40 and 50, and creating healthy boundaries for future relationships. Tez offers a rare male perspective on what men experience after divorce, what they're looking for in a relationship the second time around, and why rushing into romance before healing can lead to more pain. We also discuss the importance of community, faith, forgiveness, and embracing a season of singleness as an opportunity for personal growth, spiritual healing, and self-discovery. Whether you're navigating a midlife transition, rebuilding your confidence after divorce, seeking clarity about relationships, or considering dating again, this episode will encourage you to trust the process, embrace healing, and believe that your best chapter may still be ahead. In this episode, you'll discover: • How to rebuild your identity after divorce • Why healing must come before dating again • The importance of forgiveness and emotional recovery • What healthy dating looks like in midlife • How faith can help you navigate major life transitions • What men are really thinking after divorce • How to know when you're ready for a new relationship • Why singleness can become a season of purpose and transformation If you're looking for encouragement around midlife reinvention, confidence, relationships, healing, and personal growth, this conversation is for you. Timestamps: 0:00 - Guest Intro 2:57 - The Story of Tez Brooks from divorce to redemption 4:30 - The identity crisis after divorce 8:45 - The importance of healing before dating 11:58 - What dating in midlife looks like 16:50 - What men really want the second time around 22:14 - The art of waiting and romance the Lord 25:03 - How Tez knew he was ready for love again 30:18 - How forgiveness creates freedom and strengthens future relationships 35:15 - The Single Dad Detour Quotations: "When those titles disappear, you're left asking, 'Who am I now?'" - Dawn Damon "It takes time to heal. Don't rush back into a relationship just to recover an identity." - Dawn Damon "Sometimes the most beautiful romance is the one you build with the Lord." - Tez Brooks "Your divorce doesn't have to define you. God can redeem even the hardest seasons." - Tez Brooks "The new relationship won't erase the pain. You still have to do the healing work." - Tez Brooks "Forgiveness happens in layers." - Dawn Damon Resources: 🌐 Follow Tez on tezbrooks.com 📚 Get a copy of Tez’s book: The Single Dad Detour _____________ 👩🏻‍🏫 Subscribe to The BraveHearted Transformation Course: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/sales-page-2a7215f1-2859-434c-b7d1-c1d3e76985ee 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    39 min

  3. Jun 15

    Here’s Your Midyear Reality Check: Are You Becoming Her?

    What’s really stopping you from achieving the goals you set at the beginning of the year? In today’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I’m having a real and honest conversation with midlife women who are tired of starting over, shrinking back, or watching their dreams sit untouched. As we move through the year, it’s time to ask yourself: Are you truly becoming the woman you said you wanted to be? I break down the three major reasons discipline fails: self-doubt, lack of vision clarity, and weak commitment, and share practical mindset shifts to help you stop self-sabotaging and start following through. We’ll talk about identity-based habits, overcoming fear and excuses, creating a compelling vision for your future, and building the kind of self-respect that fuels lasting transformation. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, inconsistent, or unsure if it’s too late for you, this episode will remind you that your dreams still matter. Midlife is not your ending, it’s your invitation to rise, get intentional, and live with bold purpose. This is your time to reignite your confidence, reclaim your voice, and courageously pursue the life you were created for. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - How to be the woman you want to become 3:38 - Why discipline fails 4:37 - Reason #1: You Don’t Fully Believe in Yourself 7:51 - Reason #2: Your Vision Isn’t Clear Enough 12:39 - Reason #3: You Haven’t Made a Firm Commitment Yet 14:05 - How to stay disciplined and follow through 16:16 - How to take action Quotations: “Don’t just think of it as something that you do, but think of it as something that you are.” “You don’t get to complain about what you tolerate.” “Find a vision so compelling that it imposes a self-discipline on you.” “You’ve got wishbone, but you don’t have any backbone.” “Slay your fear. Slay apathy. Wake up. Go for what you believe in.” “There’s nothing more powerful than a made-up mind.” “Give up immediate gratification for the thing that you say that you really want.” Resources: 👩🏻‍🏫 Subscribe to The BraveHearted Transformation Course: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/bravehearted-transformation 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    21 min

  4. Jun 1

    How to Stop Aging in Midlife | Stay Active, Healthy, and Independent as You Age

    “The life you want later is built by the life you live right now.” In today’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me share practical and science-backed strategies to help slow the aging process naturally. Remember, aging doesn’t have to mean losing your strength, energy, or independence, and the choices made today can completely change how life looks in the years ahead. So if you’re ready to feel stronger, healthier, and more energized for the future, this episode will give you the motivation and practical tools to start today. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:19 - Why your future self needs you now 3:13 - The #1 key to slowing the aging process 4:12 - The importance of having 8,000 steps daily 5:03 - The analogy of muscle over weight in aging 6:44 - How to build strength in midlife 13:01 - What are the secrets to longevity? 15:24 - Why consistency matters 18:30 - How to take action Quotations: “Your future quality of life is being decided right now by how you treat your body.” “Movement is not optional; it is foundational.” “It’s not just about living longer, it’s about living better.” “Consistency matters more than genetics.” “Decline is not your destiny; you can influence how you age.” “Small choices add up to lifestyle, and lifestyle shapes your future.” Resources: 🎁 FREE Download: Top 10 Age-Defying Beauty Products https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/beauty-products 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    22 min

  5. May 25

    Heart Surgery, Motherhood, Autism & Burnout: Mandy Horne’s BraveHeart Story

    What do you do when life doesn’t go the way you planned? In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with Mandy Horne, a registered nurse, wellness coach, wife, mother, and overcomer, whose life has been marked by extraordinary challenges and unwavering faith. From surviving three open-heart surgeries at just 19 years old to navigating traumatic childbirth complications, adoption struggles, parenting a child with ADHD and autism, burnout, caregiving exhaustion, and midlife transitions, Mandy shares how every difficult season became part of God’s greater purpose for her life. This conversation is a powerful reminder that midlife is not the end of your story; it can be the beginning of your reinvention. Together, we talk about burnout, nervous system healing, empty nest emotions, obedience before clarity, and learning to trust God one brave step at a time. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next chapter, this episode will encourage you to stop striving for the full roadmap and simply take the next step forward in faith. Timestamps: 0:00 - Guest Intro 1:41 - The BraveHeart Story of Mandy Horne from being a nurse to becoming a midlife wellness coach 2:52 - Surviving three open-heart surgeries at 19 5:30 - Motherhood against the odds 11:20 - What to do when life doesn’t go the way you planned 12:30 - How to navigate parenting through Autism, ADHD, and ODD 16:12 - Burnout, vertigo, and a health wake-up call 19:41 - What a double life means and finding a new calling 24:21 - Mandy’s #1 tip for midlife women Quotations: “Sometimes bravery is just being honest with the season that you’re in.” - Mandy Horne “God sees the big picture, even when life doesn’t go the way we planned.” - Mandy Horne “Obedience often comes before clarity.” - Mandy Horne “Midlife isn’t the end of your story. It can be the beginning of your purpose.” - Dawn Damon “Sometimes a label brings clarity, hope, and freedom from shame.” - Dawn Damon “God reveals the next step when you’re ready to receive it.” - Mandy Horne Resources: 🌐 Follow Mandy on wellspringoflifecoaches.com 🎁FREE GIFT: 3-Step Guide to Confidently Step Into Your Next Season 𐀪𐀪 Join our community: Sacred Season Sisters _____________ 👩🏻‍🏫 Subscribe to The BraveHearted Transformation Course: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/sales-page-2a7215f1-2859-434c-b7d1-c1d3e76985ee 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    29 min

  6. May 18

    From Trauma to Redemption: Cheryl Bonds’ Story Continues

    “This isn’t my story, it’s God’s story. I just walked through it.” In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, we continue to sit down with Cheryl Bonds, where she reveals what it truly takes to rebuild a life after trauma, abuse, and overwhelming loss. From becoming a young, divorced mother with no support to navigating domestic violence and her son’s devastating accident, Cheryl walks through the defining moments that shaped her identity. She shares how anger, survival instincts, and lack of direction led her to prison, and how that breaking point became the turning point. Through faith, she discovered not just forgiveness, but a completely new way of thinking, living, and healing. This episode unpacks how to release shame, process pain, and step into purpose, proving that no matter your past, transformation is possible at any stage of life. Timestamps: 0:00 - Guest Intro 1:35 - The BraveHeart Story of Cheryl Bonds having a divorce at 17 4:21 - What abuse really does to identity 6:31 - How to navigate a parent’s worst fear 13:49 - Practical tips for processing guilt and releasing shame 16:40 - Cheryl’s rock bottom leading to transformation 22:01 - How to rebuild your life with faith, purpose, and daily discipline 27:03 - Cheryl’s #1 tip for midlife women Quotations: “Packages can look mighty pretty… until you open them and there’s nothing in them.” - Cheryl Bonds “It was like a golden teardrop hit my heart and busted it wide open.” - Cheryl Bonds “Quit rehearsing your pain. Find out what God says about you.” - Cheryl Bonds “Don’t be a broken heart, be a mended heart.” - Cheryl Bonds Resources: 🌐 Connect with Cheryl at cherylbonds.com _____________ 🎁 FREE GIFT: The 7-Day Identity Challenge for Midlife Women of Faith: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/offers/rMw4gih9/checkout 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    33 min

  7. May 11

    Born in Prison, Bride at 13, Returned to Jail, And Then God Transformed Her Life

    Cheryl, you were born in prison; most people can’t even imagine that. What does that beginning mean to you today? In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with Cheryl Bond, a woman whose life journey spans unimaginable trauma, incarceration, and ultimately, radical transformation. Born in prison to a young prostitute, Cheryl’s early life was marked by abuse, instability, and survival. At just 13 years old, she became a bride, beginning a cycle of hardship that would eventually lead her back to prison - this time as a convict. But Cheryl’s story doesn’t end in brokenness. After decades of silence, keeping her story hidden for 53 years to protect her family, Cheryl finally stepped into her calling. Through faith, healing, and courage, she now shares her testimony to help women break free from shame and step into the life they were meant to live. This episode is a powerful reminder: it’s never too late to tell your story, heal your past, and walk in purpose. Timestamps: 0:00 - Guest Intro 3:36 - The BraveHeart Story of Cheryl Bonds being born in prison and growing up without love 9:11 - The life of a migrant child 13:43 - Questions no one dares to ask 16:56 - Identity crisis and family secrets 22:14 - A new chapter begins Quotations: “I kept my secrets for 53 years, but when I stepped out, the shame disappeared.” - Cheryl Bonds “It’s never too late to become who God called you to be.” - Cheryl Bonds “My life didn’t just change, it was transformed from behind bars.” - Cheryl Bonds “God didn’t waste a single part of my story.” - Cheryl Bonds Resources: 🌐 Connect with Cheryl at cherylbonds.com _____________ 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    27 min

  8. Apr 27

    Self-Acceptance VS Shame in Midlife: Which Voice Are You Listening To?

    “You can’t build a life that you love on a foundation of self-hatred, self-loathing, and self-rejection. It won’t hold.” In today’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I’m going after one of the most quietly destructive habits we carry as midlife women: shame. I use the image of a scratch-and-dent furniture sale to challenge you to stop discounting yourself for your scars, and to start seeing those marks as evidence of the wisdom, resilience, and irreplaceable worth you’ve earned. I draw a clear, practical line between shame, which paralyzes, and self-acceptance, which empowers. I tackle two of the most common shaming traps we face in midlife: body shaming and age shaming. Then I give you three actionable mindset shifts to help you catch the shaming voice, replace it with truth, and start coaching yourself instead of criticizing yourself. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt like you weren’t enough, and you’re finally ready to change that inner conversation. I also share how you can go deeper through my Brave Life Transformation Method course, built on my 5 Fortitudes of a BraveHearted Woman (BRAVE), to help you reignite your confidence and step fully into your God-given calling. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:34 - Self-acceptance VS shame 6:53 - The biggest lie about shame 8:12 - What body shaming looks like in midlife 11:18 - The truth about aging 13:27 - Let’s talk about healthy self-acceptance 16:53 - Practical shifts to change your perspective 18:45 - How to take action Quotations: “Shame paralyzes us. Acceptance empowers us. One keeps you stuck, the other keeps you moving forward, and you get to choose which voice you’re going to listen to.” “Your body is not the problem. Your body is not the enemy. Your body is a sacred friend, the divine vehicle carrying around your spirit and the vision God has given you.” “Your age is not a disqualifier. I am the sum total of every age I’ve ever lived. I have wisdom to impart and experience to share. So do you.” “Self-acceptance is refusing to hate yourself while you grow. Refusing self-rejection when you’re not quite where you can be and will be.” “You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else. It’s time to show up for you.” “Talk to yourself like you are someone worth leading. Because you are.” Resources: 👩🏻‍🏫 Subscribe to The BraveHearted Transformation Course: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/bravehearted-transformation 💌 Email your braveheart story to me at dawn@dawnscottdamon.com 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon: 💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com 💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/ 💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman 💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman 💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen Download the full transcript here.

    23 min
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Welcome to The BraveHearted Woman, a podcast dedicated to calling out the brave, bold, beautiful dreams women have for their lives. I’m your BraveHeart mentor, Dawn Damon. I’m a Confidence Coach, Author, Teacher, and Speaker, whose ultimate goal is to champion women like you! As your BraveHeart mentor and certified coach, I push you to shed false limits, labels, and lies, so you can find yourself, discover your dreams, boost your confidence, and flourish in midlife and beyond. And because I know how scary it can be to take steps of courageous action that lead to change, I want to support and equip you as you move toward any life transformation you desire! Our discussions cover various topics for mid-life women, including bold life reinvention, beauty hacks, powerful mindsets, healthy habits and disciplines, physical health, spirituality, and soul healing. I help awaken your heart to believe and to see what is possible! We explore the mindsets of a successful woman, and talk about what I call the “5 Fortitudes of a BraveHearted Women;” of course, I use the acronym BRAVE. • Bold Vision • Real Identity • Able mindsets • Virtuous Self-Talk • Excellent Habits If you want to grow and develop, ignite the flame of your vision, reach your goals, and achieve your dreams, you’ve come to the right place because we are all things “women empowerment.” So, thanks for stopping by. I believe you will be motivated, inspired, challenged, and, if you keep coming back…changed!

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  • Creator
    Dawn Damon
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Dawn Damon
  • Show Website
    The BraveHearted Woman

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