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Discomfort is Her Superpower. Here’s Why. — Anne Bonney

Discomfort is Her Superpower. Here’s Why. — Anne Bonney

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What would it look like to dance in the discomfort zone? In this episode of Uncomfy, Anne Bonney—keynote speaker, self-proclaimed “discomfort enthusiast,” marathoner, and podcaster—joins host Julie Rose for a conversation about how choosing discomfort helped her transform her life. From quitting her teaching job to work with sea lions, to running marathons on all seven continents, Anne shares unforgettable stories of risk, resilience, and trusting yourself through uncertainty. Anne Bonney’s website - https://yourchangespeaker.com/ What’s a recent uncomfortable moment that helped you grow? Share your story – uncomfy@byu.edu. Subscribe for more episodes of Uncomfy — real stories that challenge, uplift, and push us just outside our comfort zones. Episode transcript - https://uncomfypodcastbyu.blogspot.com/2025/07/discomfort-is-her-superpower-heres-why.html CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Meet Anne Bonney: Discomfort Enthusiast 01:07 Anne's Uncomfortable Upbringing 02:34 From Teacher to Seal Trainer 05:38 The Value of Discomfort 08:17 Marathon Adventures 11:59 Interpersonal Challenges 16:52 Daily Practices for Embracing Discomfort 17:47 Conclusion and Next Steps

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