What if courage looked like saying yes?

Anxiety tells you to stay home. This episode helps you say yes anyway.

Author

Jessica Davis
June 23, 2025

Okay—be honest with me…

How many times have you wanted to say yes to something—
hanging out with friends, trying something new, showing up somewhere—
but anxiety talked you out of it?

You made an excuse.
You stayed home (again).
And afterward, you were left wondering why fear always seems to win.

I’m so excited for you to hear this week’s episode—because I loved recording it.
This one’s personal, and honestly… it might be my favorite yet.

🎧 Episode 17 | Say Yes to Life When Fear Says No
It’s part pep talk, part practical strategy.
And it’s all about helping you stop letting social anxiety shrink your life.

We’ll walk through 5 evidence-based steps to help you:
✨ Face your fear with clarity
✨ Stretch outside your comfort zone (without feeling overwhelmed)
✨ Actually feel proud of yourself afterward

Whether you’re avoiding plans, overthinking every decision, or just tired of letting fear make your choices—this episode will help you take back control.

I hope you enjoy listening to this one as much as I enjoyed recording it.
Because you really do deserve a life that’s bigger than your fear.

With you,
Jessica
Mindset Coach for Anxious Teens & Young Adults

P.S. You don’t have to figure this all out alone.
If this episode sparked something for you, I’d truly love to hear from you. Just hit reply—I read every message.

And if you’re in Illinois and looking for support beyond the podcast, Davis-Smith Mental Health is here to help. We work with teens and young adults every day to quiet anxiety and build lasting confidence.

You’re allowed to grow at your own pace. And I’m here, cheering you on.