The BraveHearted Woman

7 Morning Affirmations Every Midlife Woman Needs

Are you starting your mornings with purpose, or letting negativity set the tone for your day?In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me share a transformative morning routine designed to activate your mindset and align your spirit for success. Drawing inspiration from Myron Golden, Dawn presents seven powerful affirmations that go beyond positive thinking — they are daily activations to help midlife women step into purpose, authority, and victory.Dawn teaches how the first few seconds of your morning can determine the direction of your entire day — and why it’s vital to train your mind before the world trains it for you. From speaking life and attracting favor to walking in divine love and authority, these affirmations will help you reframe your thoughts, claim your identity, and lead your life with boldness.Whether you're battling negative self-talk, struggling with confidence, or simply needing a fresh, faith-filled routine, this episode is your guide to becoming the BraveHearted woman you’re called to be.Promise bravehearts, these aren't just affirmations — they're activations for courageous living. Start your mornings with intention and lead your day with power, peace, and purpose.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:06 - The power of daily affirmations1:48 - 1. I walk in my purpose.2:21- 2. I walk in authority.3:00 - 3. I speak life.3:28 - 4. I attract favor.4:01 - 5. I am strong and healthy.4:35 - 6. No weapon formed against me will prosper.5:04 - 7. I walk in divine love.5:42 - How to take actionQuotations:"Every morning when you wake up, you have just a few seconds to decide what kind of day you're going to have.""We're going to change what we're thinking, feeling, and experiencing by programming our mind for victory.""Opposition is simply confirmation that I'm on the right path."Resources:📚 Get a copy of Dawn’s NEW book FOR ONLY $3- [ON SALE] The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife: https://themakingofabraveheartedwoman.com/book-bhw📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-callConnect 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/listenDownload the full transcript here.

Making Brave Changes and Trusting God in Life’s Big Transitions with Peg Arnold

Have you ever felt like God was asking you to jump into the unknown?In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with my inspiring guest, Peg Arnold — speaker, author, and “drama queen for Jesus” — to talk about navigating major life transitions, especially in midlife. Peg shares her deeply personal story of leaving behind a lifetime of familiarity to follow God's unexpected call. Her honesty, wisdom, and faith will speak straight to your heart.So, if you're feeling stuck, fearful, or unsure about your next chapter, this conversation is for you. You’ll discover how to anchor your faith when everything feels uncertain, how to stop fighting change, and how God is always preparing something greater — even when you can’t see it yet.Remember, midlife doesn’t mean it’s too late. It means it's time to be brave.Timestamps:0:00 - Guest Intro2:21 - The Braveheart Story of Peg Arnold5:12 - How to trust God in times of life transitions6:45 - How to deal with fear of the unknown14:44 - The 4Rs of midlife reinvention24:42 - Peg’s #1 tip for midlife womenQuotations:"Sometimes God says, 'Do you trust Me? Jump.' And we can’t see the bottom." – Peg Arnold"When we don’t share our struggle, it becomes bigger and darker. But light enters when we speak it out." – Peg Arnold"Midlife isn’t the end — it’s an invitation to be repurposed by God." – Peg Arnold"If it’s not well, it’s not finished. God does all things well." – Dawn DamonResources: 📞 Connect with Peg: pegarnold.org/📚Get a copy of Peg’s book: Devotions for the Distracted Heart_____________📚 Get a copy of Dawn’s NEW book FOR ONLY $3- [ON SALE] The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife: themakingofabraveheartedwoman.com/book-bhw🎁 Get a copy of Dawn’s FREE resources for midlife women: braveheartedwoman.com/resources 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-callConnect 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/listenDownload the full transcript here.

How to Make Pain Work for You in Midlife (7 HARD TRUTHS YOU MUST KNOW!)

Life doesn’t come with a warning — pain, suffering, and setbacks can hit hard and fast. But what if you could make pain work for you? In this week’s episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, Dawn Damon equips you with 7 transformational mindset shifts for women that will help you overcome adversity in life, rewire your brain, and grow stronger through trials.If you're navigating emotional pain, spiritual suffering, or the challenges of midlife, you'll learn how to develop a healing mindset, build mental toughness, and experience personal growth through adversity. Discover how to turn pain into purpose, make pain your teacher, and activate the inner strength God placed inside you. This episode offers faith-based personal development, practical tools, and biblical encouragement to help you:Understand and define painReframe suffering with a biblical perspectiveEmbrace spiritual growth during hard timesRewire your brain after traumaUse pain as a catalyst for changeOvercome emotional challenges and find healingStep into your God-given identity as an empowered Christian womanSo, whether you’re facing fear, procrastination, discouragement, or trauma, this message will show you how to grow through what you go through, think positively during challenges, and trust God's purpose in your pain. It's time to walk in victory, rise up, and become the bravehearted woman you were created to be.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:02 - What is your pain?3:48 - Why do you struggle?6:13 - Truth #1: You will outlive your problems.8:06 - Truth #2: Your problems will grow you.9:41 - Truth #3: Your pain hurts, but it will motivate you.10:57 - Truth #4: You can take bad experiences and get positive results.12:27 - Truth #5: You can choose a positive outlook.14:32 - Truth #6: If God allowed it, He will use it for your good.16:21 - Truth #7: Evaluated experience is the best teacher.16:45 - The LEARN method19:40 - FREE Download: Brave Affirmations for Abundant LifeQuotations:"Pain is inevitable, but misery is optional.""You can rewire your brain to think powerful thoughts and develop a mindset that helps you win in every situation.""What is bravery if we never experience a bad day or face a fiery trial?""You can become the version of yourself you’ve always prayed to become.""A positive outlook impacts not just your mind, but your physical health too.""Reframing your response to pain isn’t pretending - it’s powerful."Resources:🎁FREE Download: Brave Affirmations for an Abundant Life https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/brave-affirmations📚 Get a copy of Dawn’s NEW book FOR ONLY $3- [ON SALE] The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife: https://themakingofabraveheartedwoman.com/book-bhw📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-callConnect 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/listenDownload the full transcript here.

Face Fear with a Plan: 7 Steps to Overcome Fear with Confidence

“When we face fear, it shrinks. When we ignore it, it grows.”In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let explore the real reason behind procrastination — that fear — and how it keeps us from achieving our dreams. Through a relatable story about "El," discover how avoidance and inaction often mask deeper anxieties. Let me share a practical, 7-step plan to help women name their fears, define desired outcomes, and take empowered baby steps toward their goals. So, whether you're paralyzed by the fear of failure, rejection, or responsibility, this episode will help you shift from stuck to strategic with courage and clarity.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:06 - Is it procrastination or fear?2:03 - What is the nature of fear?3:11 - How to face your fear?4:15 - Step #1: Name the fear.5:26 - Step #2: Define the best outcome.6:13 - Step #3: Identify what’s in your power.6:49 - Step #4: List actionable steps.8:13 - Step #5: Prioritize and break it down.9:18 - Step #6: Schedule everything.10:50 - Step #7: Ask for help.11:46 - What are the common fears that can hold you back & what to do about it?14:47 - How to take action today?15:32 - FREE Download: Ignite Your Confidence & Sour With Self-Esteem Quotations:“Fear will keep us from all the dreams that we have in our hearts.”“Procrastination is often fear in disguise.”“You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need a plan.”“What gets scheduled gets done.”“Don’t get stuck because you have a dream but no plan.”Resources:🗓️ Get a copy of The BraveHearted Woman Planner: braveheartedwoman.com/offers/bHky3uoX/checkout🎁FREE Download: Ignite Your Confidence & Sour With Self-Esteem: braveheartedwoman.com/ignite_your_confidence_ebook 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call📚 Get a copy of Dawn’s NEW book FOR ONLY $3- [ON SALE] The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife: https://themakingofabraveheartedwoman.com/book-bhwConnect 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/listenDownload the full transcript here.

BRAVE REINVENTION: How Michelle Steffes Rebuilt Her Life and Leadership

In this week's episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am joined by my friend and returning guest, Michelle Steffes—an executive performance coach, international speaker, and author of Necessary Significance: A Heart-Mind Approach to Captivating Leadership.Michelle opens up about the powerful story behind her reinvention. Thirteen years ago, she faced an unexpected and painful career upheaval that left her questioning her worth and future. But instead of giving in to despair, she took bold, brave steps, allowing God to reshape her path. Today, she’s leading with purpose, helping others rise through heart-centered leadership and the science of transformation.We talk about the neuroplasticity of the brain, emotional resilience, and why balancing empathy with excellence is the key to powerful leadership — whether you’re running a company, managing a team, or leading your family. Michelle also shares insights from her newest book, a concise 48-page guide packed with practical tools for leaders who want to create connection, loyalty, and impact.If you’re in a season of reinvention or feel like your best days are behind you, this episode will remind you: God’s not done with you yet. Your next chapter may be your most significant one.Timestamps:0:00 - Guest Intro2:46 - The Bravehearted Story of Michelle Steffes11:34 - How to reframe and rewire13:54 - Why is the book only 48 pages? 15:30 - What is heart-mind kind of leadership?18:27 - The meaning behind the title ‘Necessary Significance’20:18 - The brain science of team loyalty and culture 24:08 - #1 tip for midlife womenQuotations:"We can’t birth our future if we’re still grieving our past." - Dawn Damon"Significance is something we all desire—and it never goes away." - Michelle Steffes"You will outlive your problems—God has a next in store for you." - Dawn Damon"Self-leadership is the most important part of leadership." - Michelle Steffes"Your greatest days are still ahead of you—but you have to believe it and speak it." - Dawn Damon"Excellence without empathy isn’t leadership—it’s authority." - Michelle SteffesResources: 📞 Connect with Michelle: ⭐ ipvconsulting.com ⭐ linkedin.com/in/michellesteffes/ ⭐ facebook.com/MichelleLSteffes/📚Get a copy of Michelle’s new book - Necessary Significance: A Heart Mind Approach to Captivating Leadership_____________📚 Get a copy of Dawn’s NEW book FOR ONLY $3- [ON SALE] The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife: themakingofabraveheartedwoman.com/book-bhw🎁 Get a copy of Dawn’s FREE resources for midlife women: braveheartedwoman.com/resources 📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-callConnect 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/listenDownload the full transcript here.