Episode 3

Popping the Bubble of Fear, How to Push Past Doubt

ear and doubt have a way of creeping into our lives. They whisper, “What if you fail?” or “What will people think?” and before we know it, we’re stuck — afraid to take the next step.

But what if fear isn’t as solid as it feels? What if it’s just a bubble… and bubbles can pop?

In this episode of Put it in a Bubble, Marilyn explores how fear and self-doubt hold us back — and how to reframe them as fragile bubbles we can release. Through personal stories, practical tools, and a short visualization exercise, you’ll learn how to face fear with courage and move forward, even when it feels uncomfortable.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The difference between fear and doubt — and why both can feel paralyzing.
  • The most common “fear bubbles” we all carry (fear of failure, judgment, success, and the unknown).
  • Practical tools to pop those bubbles and take action anyway.
  • A simple visualization exercise to release fear in the moment.
  • Why courage doesn’t come before action — it comes because of action.

✨ Key Quote:


“Fear isn’t a cage it’s a bubble. And bubbles can pop.”

Whether you’re starting a new chapter, chasing a dream, or just trying to quiet the voices of doubt in your everyday life, this episode will help you see fear in a whole new light — and give you the confidence to move forward.


🎧 Listen now and start popping your fear bubbles today.

About the Podcast

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Put it in a bubble
Life, Mindset & Everything In Between

About your host

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Marilyn Barker

Marilyn Barker is an author, speaker, business consultant, motivational coach, and the creator of Put It in a Bubble™. Through her books, podcast, workshops, and coaching, she helps people create space, shift their perspective, process difficult moments, and take intentional steps forward.
Put It in a Bubble™ is built around a simple idea: you do not have to carry everything at once. Marilyn encourages listeners to pause, decide what deserves their energy, take action where needed, and release what they no longer need to hold onto.
Her approach is practical, encouraging, and grounded in real life. The goal is not to ignore hard things or force positivity, but to handle challenges with more awareness, stronger self-talk, greater resilience, and a clearer sense of what comes next.
Marilyn is the founder of Barker Business Services LLC, which serves as the umbrella for her consulting, speaking, educational resources, books, and the Put It in a Bubble™ brand.

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