Create the Courage to be Fearless

Anita Mattu
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Create the Courage to be Fearless Podcast Diverse, inspiring conversations and solo reflections with people who have faced fear, challenge, and personal transformation — and found their way to courage, freedom, and growth. From life-changing experiences to breaking silence around taboo, shame, and personal struggle, each episode explores what it really means to step beyond fear. New episodes every Tuesday, including guest conversations, solo reflections, and masterclasses filled with practical insight and lived wisdom. This podcast invites you to reconnect with your own courage — and live more freely, honestly, and fully.

  1. 6d ago

    How I Healed Depression & Anxiety After Years of Trauma | Laura Rose EP 233

    Send us Fan Mail Depression and anxiety can feel overwhelming, but what if they are also a signal that something deeper needs your attention? In this heartfelt episode of Create the Courage to Be Fearless, Anita Mattu is joined by Laura Rose, founder of Sacred Soul, to explore her remarkable journey from years of depression, anxiety, binge drinking, and surviving domestic abuse to finding hope, healing, and inner peace. Laura shares the pivotal moment she realised she could no longer live the same way, and how her first experience with Reiki opened the door to a completely different path of healing. Together, Anita and Laura have an honest conversation about mental health, self-love, intuition, energy healing, and the simple daily practices that helped Laura reconnect with herself. They discuss: • Living with depression and anxiety • Healing after domestic abuse and trauma • Reiki and energy healing • Meditation for calming an overwhelmed mind • The power of gratitude and mindfulness • Understanding intuition and the different intuitive gifts • Why trusting yourself changes everything • Finding fulfilment from within instead of seeking external validation • Grounding practices to reduce stress and anxiety • Laura's upcoming book, Shift Your Energy, Shift Your Life Whether you're navigating anxiety, recovering from trauma, curious about spirituality, or simply looking for practical ways to feel more grounded and connected, this episode offers hope, compassion, and gentle reminders that healing is possible. If this conversation resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear that they are not alone. Thank you for listening to Create the Courage to Be Fearless with Anita Mattu, where courageous conversations inspire you to embrace your authentic self and create a life without limits. Website: www.SacredSoul444.com Link to course: https://hierophantpublishing.com/shift-your-energy-shift-your-life/ Books: Amazon: https://a.co/d/01fQUFWG If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  2. Aug 3

    Why You're Still Exhausted Even When You're Doing Everything Right | Burnout Recovery | Miranda Brooking EP 232

    Send us Fan Mail You can do everything "right" and still feel completely exhausted. In this episode of Create the Courage to Be Fearless, Anita Mattu is joined by rest consultant and founder of Rest Uncovered, Miranda Brooking, for a powerful conversation about burnout recovery, sustainable rest, and why sleep alone is not always enough. Miranda shares her personal journey through burnout and explains the warning signs many people overlook, including irritability, brain fog, clumsiness, physical symptoms, and emotional exhaustion. Together, they explore how productivity culture keeps us stuck on a hamster wheel of doing, and why slowing down can feel uncomfortable when we have spent years outrunning our thoughts, emotions, and needs. You'll discover: • The difference between tiredness and true depletion • Early burnout warning signs to watch for • Miranda's "Whispers, Warnings, Alarm Bells" framework • The 5 phases of the Rest Uncovered Method • Why nervous system regulation matters for recovery • The different types of rest beyond sleep • Practical ways to reduce overwhelm and screen fatigue • Simple habits to help you create sustainable energy and wellbeing If you are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, stressed, or close to burnout, this conversation offers practical tools and compassionate insights to help you recover, restore your energy, and create a healthier relationship with rest. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs permission to slow down and take care of themselves. Website: www.restuncovered.com  If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  3. Jul 27

    From Trauma to Joy: Healing, Courage & Emotional Resilience | Shannon Donohoe Simpson EP 231

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop hiding your truth and finally tell your story? In this powerful episode of Create the Courage to Be Fearless, Anita Mattu sits down with TEDx speaker, storyteller, and self-described "joybringer" Shannon Donohoe Simpson for an honest conversation about trauma healing, emotional resilience, personal growth, and the courage to choose joy even when life feels anything but easy. Shannon shares the life-changing moment she stood on a stage in front of 500 people and spoke out about something she had kept silent for decades. Together, Anita and Shannon explore what happens when we stop running from our emotions, break free from survival mode, and begin the journey back to ourselves. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why joy is a practice, not just an emotion • How trauma can shape our coping mechanisms and keep us stuck • The impact of numbing behaviours such as busyness and alcohol • Practical tools for processing emotions and releasing stored stress • The role of movement, dancing, and shaking in emotional healing • Lessons learned through cancer, grief, divorce, and parenting challenges • Why boundaries and authenticity are essential for wellbeing • How community and being witnessed can accelerate healing • The power of taking responsibility for your inner world • Why courage is built one small step at a time Whether you're navigating trauma recovery, healing after divorce, rebuilding your confidence, or learning to trust yourself again, this conversation offers practical insights, hope, and inspiration for your own journey. 🎧 Subscribe to Create the Courage to Be Fearless so you never miss an episode. If this conversation resonates with you, please share it with a friend and leave a review. Your support helps more people discover these powerful stories of courage, healing, and transformation. Website: https://shannondonohoesimpson.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannon.donohoesimpson Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-donohoe-simpson/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannondonohoesimpson/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannondonohoesimpson/ If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  4. Jul 20

    When The Mask Slips: Men’s Mental Health, Fatherhood & The Courage To Say “I’m Not Okay” | Joe Henderson EP 230

    Send us Fan Mail A lot of men are doing everything they’ve been told they should do—working hard, providing for their families, and carrying the weight of responsibility—yet many are struggling in silence. In this episode of Create the Courage to Be Fearless, I’m joined by Joe Henderson, a former police officer, ICF Certified Men’s and Fatherhood Coach, and author of Beneath the Armour. Together, we explore the hidden challenges many men face, from PTSD, depression, and emotional disconnection to the pressure of always having to appear strong. Joe shares his personal journey and explains why anger is often a mask for deeper pain, how unresolved struggles can impact relationships and families, and why so many men feel isolated despite being surrounded by people who care about them. We also discuss: • Men’s mental health and why so many men suffer in silence • PTSD, depression, and emotional resilience • The male loneliness epidemic • Fatherhood and the impact dads have on future generations • Why vulnerability is not weakness • The difference between being physically present and emotionally present • Practical ways fathers can build stronger connections with their children • Accountability, responsibility, and personal growth Joe offers powerful insights into what it means to put down the armour, reconnect with yourself, and show up more fully for the people who matter most. If you’re a father, partner, coach, or someone who cares about men’s mental health, this conversation is full of wisdom, honesty, and practical takeaways. 🎧 Listen now and discover what can change when we stop pretending we're okay and start having the conversations that truly matter. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit from hearing this conversation. Website: www.joe-betterdad.com Books Links https://www.joe-betterdad.com/digital-store/p/beneath-the-armour-ebook-ebook https://www.joe-betterdad.com/digital-store/p/dad-beneath If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  5. Jul 13

    Trauma Whispers Before It Roars: The Hidden Signs Your Nervous System Is Sending You | Annie Emprima EP 229

    Send us Fan Mail What if your body has been trying to warn you long before stress, illness, burnout, or emotional overwhelm take hold? In this powerful episode, Anita Mattu is joined by U.S. Army veteran, trauma researcher, and author Annie Emprima to explore the hidden signs of trauma, nervous system dysregulation, intuition, and somatic healing. Annie shares her personal journey from military deployment to discovering a deeper understanding of how trauma speaks through the body before it "roars" into chronic symptoms, relationship struggles, emotional breakdowns, or disease. Together, they discuss: • The early warning signs your nervous system may be sending you • How to distinguish fear from intuition and inner guidance • Why the body often receives messages before the mind understands them • Somatic healing and the mind-body connection • Generational trauma and inherited family patterns • Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and trauma stored in the body • The dangers of spiritual bypassing in the healing journey • Neurospirituality and the connection between neuroscience, trauma, and healing • How your home environment can reflect your emotional and nervous system state Annie also shares insights from her upcoming book, Trauma Whispers Before It Roars: The Field Manual for Your Nervous System, which explores how trauma manifests in our bodies, habits, relationships, and daily lives—and how learning to listen to these whispers can transform the way we heal. If you've ever felt that something wasn't quite right, even when you couldn't explain why, this conversation may help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. 🎧 Listen now and discover how to hear the whispers before they become roars. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. WEBSITE: Annie Emprima | Trauma healing that goes where therapy can't If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  6. Jul 6

    Perimenopause Explained: Hormones, HRT, Libido & Reclaiming Your Confidence | Kim Bilyk EP 228

    Send us Fan Mail Perimenopause can feel like an unexpected identity shift. Your body changes, your sleep changes, your confidence takes a hit, and even the things that once brought you joy can start to feel different. In this episode, I’m joined by Kim Bilyk, founder of Queen of Turn On, for an honest conversation about what’s really happening during perimenopause and menopause—and how women can reclaim their energy, confidence, pleasure, and sense of self. We explore how changing levels of oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can affect libido, motivation, mood, inflammation, insulin resistance, and overall wellbeing. Kim shares practical insights into hormone health, HRT, and why women need to become informed advocates for their own health rather than settling for one-size-fits-all solutions. We also discuss the powerful role of nervous system regulation, the impact of chronic stress and cortisol, and simple practices that can help women feel more grounded, connected, and in control. From body confidence and self-trust to intimacy, vaginal health, and honest communication with partners, this conversation tackles topics that many women experience but few openly discuss. We finish by looking at long-term health, including the importance of strength training for muscle mass, metabolism, bone density, balance, and maintaining independence as we age. Whether you're currently navigating perimenopause, approaching menopause, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical tools, expert insights, and empowering conversations to help you move through this stage of life with greater confidence and clarity. In this episode, we discuss: • Perimenopause and menopause symptoms • Hormones, HRT, and women’s health • Libido, intimacy, and vaginal health • Stress, cortisol, and nervous system regulation • Body confidence and self-trust • Strength training and healthy ageing • How to advocate for your health and ask better questions If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from this conversation. Website: www.sacredwombcycles.com Teas and Journal are on website. With code WOMB15 can receive 15% off your order.  If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  7. Jun 29

    Why Nothing Works For Your Health (The Missing Link in Personalised Health) | Jennell Cook EP 227

    Send us Fan Mail Health advice has never been more accessible — yet many people feel more confused, overwhelmed, and stuck in their wellbeing than ever before. In this episode, Anita Mattu speaks with Jennell Cook, creator of the Simple Health Test Method, to explore why so many people try the “right” health solutions but still don’t see consistent results. Jennell shares her personal journey, beginning in her teenage years while watching her mother navigate complex chronic health challenges. That experience led her to develop a practical, personalised approach to health that focuses on what the body actually needs in the present moment — rather than following one-size-fits-all advice. Together, they explore: • Why common health advice often doesn’t lead to lasting change • How fatigue, brain fog, and inflammation can have multiple underlying causes • The role of body feedback tools, including muscle testing • Why method matters more than any single supplement or solution • How to build self-trust when making health decisions • The difference between fear, intuition, and true body guidance This conversation is for anyone who has ever thought, “Nothing works for me,” or felt lost in conflicting health information. It offers a grounded, practical perspective on how to reconnect with your body and make clearer, more confident wellness choices. Subscribe for more honest conversations on health, wellbeing, and personal transformation. Website: https://www.simplehealthtest.com Book: Wellness Is Your Business International, Amazon Bestseller. If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  8. Jun 22

    It’s Not Too Late: Reclaiming Your Creative Life After 50 | Emily Pattullo EP 226

    Send us Fan Mail You can be outwardly successful, capable, and still feel like something essential is missing — often because a dream was quietly set aside along the way. In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Pattullo — creative coach, author, and musician — who returned to music after 25 years and released her debut single at 52. We explore what really keeps people stuck when it comes to creative confidence and personal growth: fear of judgement, conditioning that encourages us to stay small, and the inner stories we repeat that make us believe it’s “too late.” Emily shares her Twelve Creative Steps to a Fulfilling Life — a simple but powerful journalling process designed to help you move from where you are now toward the life you actually want. We talk about how writing and drawing can help bypass overthinking, how breathwork can regulate the nervous system, and why reconnecting with childhood joy can reveal deeper purpose. We also explore creativity in the age of AI, and why human intuition, expression, and discernment matter more than ever in a noisy digital world. If you’ve been telling yourself your time has passed, this conversation offers a different perspective — one rooted in possibility, creativity, and courage. Website: 12creativesteps.com Website: 12creativesteps.com Instagram: emilypattullo_ FB: Emily Pattullo Creates 12 Creative Steps to a Fulfilling Life book can be found on online as a beautiful hardback book at amazon and other book sites, or downloaded as a PDF from Emily’s website.  A prerecorded online course of each of the 12 steps is on UDEMY course website (https://www.udemy.com/course/12-creative-steps-to-a-fulfilling-life/?referralCode=2C1B667C8B76F7F9B478). If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page   I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

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Create the Courage to be Fearless Podcast Diverse, inspiring conversations and solo reflections with people who have faced fear, challenge, and personal transformation — and found their way to courage, freedom, and growth. From life-changing experiences to breaking silence around taboo, shame, and personal struggle, each episode explores what it really means to step beyond fear. New episodes every Tuesday, including guest conversations, solo reflections, and masterclasses filled with practical insight and lived wisdom. This podcast invites you to reconnect with your own courage — and live more freely, honestly, and fully.

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  • Creator
    Anita Mattu
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    234
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