Embracing FEARLESSNESS

As uncomfortable as it may be, facing your fear will always lead to growth. Once we prove we can show up for ourselves even in the most daunting moments, we learn how resilient and strong we can be. Savanna Douglas chats to women who have accepted the challenge, embraced their fears, and learned how to fly!

‘I AM A RUNNER’

Lee-Anne Singer, 47, lives in Sunset Beach with her kids, Ruby, 14, Joseph, 12, and Daniel, 10. Lee-Anne is a marketing director and is involved with the tourism board in South Africa

‘When I was younger, I fell into the sporty crowd, but there was one activity that daunted me to my nerves’ end: running. I had this crazy pair of knock knees and was so fearful of the activity. I remember having to run rings around a dam for a school activity every Friday, and I absolutely hated every minute of it. This was something I felt insecure about. My knock knees and snail’s pace always led me to come in last. My friends would never outrightly tease me, but the fact that I struggled to run was always a bit of a joke, and I felt as if I should have been able to do a bit better.