Episode 7 - Fix, Flee, or Just Be

In this episode, we delve into a deeply human instinct—the automatic urge to 'fix or flee' when witnessing those around us navigating difficult or challenging times. We explore how this well-meaning desire can inadvertently drive us to either try to alleviate their pain, or to distance ourselves out of fear of not knowing the right response. By understanding that there is usually no right/wrong response, we can avoid missing crucial moments when our presence is most needed, and offer genuine connection and empathic support instead. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that in the face of life's inevitable struggles, our presence can be the greatest gift we offer to the people in our lives. 

GetGritty explores the challenges and struggles that make us adaptable humans and find meaning moving forward.

Jaz Chahal is the Founder of Mindset Evolution
Jessica Porté is a Consultant and Grief Educator with Wayfinder Family Co.