Our guest’s inspiring true story captivated the world when he and his guide dog Roselle escaped the Twin Towers together on 9/11, a story that became the New York Times bestselling book Thunder Dog. During decades of walking with guide dogs, he had learned a surprising truth that helped save his life that day: Being afraid can be a positive thing, one that prepares us to deal with any situation that befalls us. Now, he joins us to teach us how to:

· Get equipped for whatever obstacles or challenges you may encounter as you make your way through the world

· Train yourself to be brave, just like a guide dog’s training equips handler and dog to prepare for the unexpected

· Learn to use your natural fear reactions as a way to focus and concentrate to make better decisions and turn your fear into courage and confidence.

· Apply eleven principles to overcome the fears that you face every day