In this episode of Better Than Before Breast Cancer, we’re talking about the concept of resistance — a natural, human response to discomfort, fear, and change.
Resistance can show up in many forms, whether you're facing a difficult decision, trying to adopt new habits, or navigating life after cancer treatment. But here's the good news: resistance isn’t something to fight. It's a powerful signal that you're on the verge of growth.
Let’s talk about:
-Why does resistance come up
-How can it affect your ability to move forward
-How to work with resistance instead of against it
I’ll give you practical steps to help you embrace resistance as a natural part of the healing journey and turn it into an opportunity for personal growth.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Understanding Resistance: Why resistance is a natural and protective mechanism our minds use to avoid discomfort and uncertainty.
- The Science Behind Resistance: Discover how theories like cognitive dissonance and the Fogg Behavior Model explain why we resist change and how to break free from it.
- How Resistance Shows Up: Explore the subtle ways we resist without even realizing it, like procrastination, perfectionism, and busyness.
- Practical Steps to Overcome Resistance: Learn actionable strategies to embrace resistance, including acknowledging it, breaking tasks into smaller steps, and using self-compassion.
- Self-Determination Theory: Find out how to tap into your autonomy and regain control to make healthier decisions that align with your goals and values.
- Why Resistance is Part of the Healing Journey: Learn how to reframe resistance as a sign of growth, especially after cancer treatment or any major life change.
Key Takeaways:
- Resistance isn’t your enemy. It’s a natural response to fear and discomfort that can guide you to a better, more resilient version of yourself.
- Embrace small, manageable steps to break through resistance and make progress, even when it feels challenging.
- Recognizing subtle forms of resistance, like busyness and perfectionism, can help you break free from inaction.
- Self-compassion and shifting your mindset are powerful tools to move through resistance with grace.
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