Most people think confidence is a steady trait you have it, or you don’t. From self-esteem that refuses to stick, to the myth of fearlessness, to the way one bored face in the audience can unravel your nerves, confidence is a moving target.

What if the best career advice you've ever received came from someone you initially ignored? From reluctant to now passionate podcaster, a persistent suggestion from my husband Chris Smith led to 100 episodes, 52 countries, and countless inspiring stories.

Mixed emotions are a common occurrence. One piece of research suggests that we experience them up to 36% of the time in our daily lives. Moments of delight are often intertwined with disappointment. but we struggle with allowing opposing emotions to co-exist.