Episodes

Episode 2

Confronting the Fear of Failure with Megan Bruneau

In this enlightening episode of Anatomy of Failure, host Ivy Walker welcomes Megan Bruneau, a therapist and coach specializing in entrepreneurs, to explore the deeply personal and often hidden world of fear, shame, and failure among high achievers. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience, Megan dives into the unique mental health challenges entrepreneurs face, shedding light on why emotions like shame and perfectionism are so pervasive and how they can paralyze progress.

Megan reframes failure as an emotional journey, helping listeners understand the evolutionary purpose of emotions and their impact on our bodies. She shares actionable strategies for identifying and processing these emotions, including the transformative power of self-compassion, community, and emotional intelligence.

The conversation also covers practical tools like mindfulness, therapy, and even unconventional approaches like somatic practices and psychedelics to help entrepreneurs move through emotional discomfort and grow from setbacks. Through candid reflections and relatable examples, Ivy and Megan provide a roadmap for founders to untangle their self-worth from their ventures, embrace imperfection, and build resilience in the face of inevitable challenges. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever struggled with the fear of failure, perfectionism, or the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. Don't miss this empowering conversation that could change the way you view failure-and yourself.

Tune in now to gain the tools to navigate failure with grace and grow stronger from it!

Megan Bruneau: Bio

Megan Bruneau is a seasoned therapist and executive coach who has spent nearly two decades helping individuals and organizations navigate transformation. As the host of "The Failure Factor" podcast and a Forbes contributor, she brings a unique blend of evidence-based psychology and spiritual wisdom to her work, teaching clients how to navigate life's inevitable pain rather than trying to avoid it. From entrepreneurs to C-Suite executives, Megan helps people metabolize shame, change their relationship with emotions, and live from a place of authentic alignment.

You can follow and connect with Megan on:
Instagram @meganjbruneau
LinkedIn Megan J Bruneau, M.A. Psych
website http://meganbruneau.com/
And listen to her podcast here on Spotify.