The 5 Minute Challenge to Face Your Fears Today

Welcome back to Productive Joy! In this powerful episode, Dr. Christie is joined by the inspiring Lauree Ostrofsky—entrepreneur, author, career coach, brand-new dog mom, and stepmom to teenagers.

Lauree is known for helping people face fear head-on and simply leap anyway. In this conversation, she shares her personal journey from a shy, reserved child to a confident speaker and coach who now helps others step into their potential with courage and clarity.

At age 28, Lauree was diagnosed with a brain tumor—a life-altering moment that reshaped how she views fear, success, and what truly matters. She opens up about how that experience changed her perspective, deepened her self-kindness, and clarified her purpose.

Together, Christie and Lauree explore:

How fear shows up in our lives and careers
Why self-kindness is a leadership skill, not a luxury
The importance of celebrating progress and success
How to find delight in everyday moments
Why supportive communities matter for growth and resilience
How fun, authenticity, and courage fuel productive joy

This episode is an honest, hopeful reminder that growth doesn’t come from waiting until fear disappears—it comes from choosing to leap anyway.

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Episode Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Productive Joy
00:05 Meet Lauree Ostrofsky: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change
02:13 Lauree's Journey: From Shy Child to Confident Speaker
04:32 A Life-Changing Diagnosis: Finding Purpose Through Adversity
07:56 Coaching and Consulting: Helping Others Leap
10:40 The Importance of Celebrating Success
13:12 Creating Productive Joy: Embracing Delight and Authenticity
24:52 Rapid Fire Questions: Fun, Authenticity, and Self-Kindness
31:22 Conclusion: Turning Fun into Action

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