Why do we stay stuck in work that doesn’t feel right — even when we know it’s time to move on?
In this episode of Good Shift, I sit down with Bianca Smeekes, mind-body coach and founder of Neurospark, to unpack the neuroscience behind feeling stuck.
In this episode, we explore:
- How subtle signs like fatigue, anxiety, and numbness may be clues your career no longer fits
- Why your nervous system can keep you stuck — even when you want to change
- The mindset shifts Bianca used to move to powerful change
- The science of taking small steps toward fulfillment
- Real, grounded advice for moving forward when the future feels unclear
About Bianca:
Bianca Smeekes is a mind-body practitioner, neuroscience coach, and the founder of Neurospark, where she helps people break free from limiting patterns and step into a life that actually feels good. Her approach combines science, nervous system regulation, and self-leadership to support deep, sustainable change.
Resources & Links:
- Learn more about Bianca: https://www.neurospark.co.nz/
- Connect on Instagram: @neurospark
- Bianca’s podcast: Unlearn with Bianca
- Freya's story on healing from concussion and chronic fatigue through the Lightning Process:
Listen here on Apple Podcasts
If you're stuck, second-guessing yourself, or waiting for the “right” time to make a shift, this conversation is the nudge you've been waiting for.
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