Dare to Rise: Breaking Barriers & Building Confidence with Dr. Jenn Donahue

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Saima sits down with Dr. Jenn Donahue—retired U.S. Navy Captain, engineer, author, and keynote speaker—to explore personal growth, overcoming internal barriers, and daring to rise beyond limiting beliefs. From leading 800 people in war zones to building a company that empowers others, Jenn shares powerful insights on resilience, authenticity, and navigating transitions. Listen as she opens up about imposter syndrome, rebuilding after PTSD, and why leadership starts with showing up for yourself.

About the Guest:

Dr. Jenn Donahue is a retired U.S. Navy Captain, engineer, leadership coach, professor, and founder of Dare to Rise. Having commanded troops in combat zones and mentored leaders across industries, she’s passionate about helping people build confidence, lead authentically, and overcome the self-doubt that holds them back.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership starts with self-belief and showing up authentically.

• Building confidence requires intentional practices—like listing your wins daily.

• Authenticity doesn’t require loudness; quiet confidence can be powerful.

• Growth involves letting go of old identities and embracing new roles.

• Pivoting is not failure—it’s choosing alignment over expectation.

Connect with Dr. Jenn Donahue:

Website: Jhttps://www.jenndonahue.com/  LinkedIn: Jenn Donahue

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