Episode

The Bridge Between Fear and Faith

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The Playbook With David Meltzer
Published
Jul 16, 2026
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1850
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Summary

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Blaine Bartlett to talk about bridging the gap between fear and faith, and why wisdom is built by taking action through uncertainty. We discuss how fear disguises itself as procrastination, perfectionism, and reasonable excuses, while faith allows us to move before the evidence appears. I share why courage is fear plus intentional action, how confidence is earned through repeated mistakes, and why purpose always outweighs pain when it’s connected to serving others. Together, we explore practical ways to identify limiting fears, shift your thinking, and keep moving toward your potential, even when the path ahead isn’t clear. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .