Every successful woman eventually faces fear, but not the kind that stops you: the kind that signals growth. Right now, Diane is doing something completely new: writing and performing a one-woman show, and it's equal parts terrifying and thrilling. Listen to this episode where she talks about why growth always comes with a little fear and how high-achieving women can use fear as fuel, not a stop sign. Our host, Diane Rolston, shares why your next level is waiting on the other side of what scares you.Listen to learn these key takeaways:Why fear is actually a sign of expansion and how it means you're entering new territory rather than failingThe surprising research about how moderate fear is beneficial and pushes you into a higher performance stateDiane's personal journey with her one-woman show:  from the spark that started it to booking theatres and planning her first previewThe four powerful benefits of facing what scares youWhy high achievers unconsciously trade expansion for comfort, and how safety and stagnation can feel almost identicalThe invisible costs of avoiding fearReal examples from Martha Stewart to reality TV stars who refused to be contained by other people's image of themOne simple challenge for this week that will help you step into your next level of confidence and creativity (hint: don't wait)Want to follow along with Diane's one-woman show journey and get updates on her first preview performance (scheduled for the first quarter of 2026? Join the community to receive exclusive behind-the-scenes updates and be the first to know when tickets are available! https://www.facebook.com/groups/behindthecurtainwithdianerolstonWant to be invited to join Diane’s NEW high-level, like-minded group of women?  Email her at diane@dianerolston.com.Do you prefer reading blogs or watching videos?Read Diane’s blogs here: https://www.dianerolston.com/blogWatch Diane’s videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachDianeRolstonThis show’s host, Diane Rolston, is called THE Expert on Being Dynamic and living a Dynamic Life. She specializes in coaching high-achieving women who want to be successful AND satisfied. She is a Certified Professional Coach, International Speaker, 11-time Author, and host of the five-time award-winning Dynamic Women Podcast, ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts.Diane has been recognized with multiple awards for her professional accomplishments and for the powerful impact she has on the women she inspires and empowers. Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator Jack Canfield describes her as “an amazing woman” doing “incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.”Through her program, VA Made Easy, she helps entrepreneurs go from task overwhelm to business ease by hiring and training Virtual Assistants for them while also providing proven systems, processes, and strategies for success.Outside of her work, Diane is a mother of two, a soccer player, and a stand-up comedy rookie, always e