Ever feel like you know what’s not working, but the thought of changing feels terrifying? Like you’re in the messy middle — stuck between the old way that’s no longer working and the new way that feels too vulnerable to trust?

You’re not alone. ✨

In this episode, I’m diving into 5 sneaky signs of resistance that perfectionism often disguises:

• Rules → Clinging to formulas and “shoulds,” hoping they’ll guarantee results.
• Past Self → Beating yourself up for not doing it sooner, or fearing starting over.
• Forced Action → Hustling to control outcomes instead of trusting alignment.
• Judgment → Worrying what others will think if you pivot or slow down.
• Potential → Staying in overwhelm, indecision, or procrastination to avoid failure.

I share real stories — from dieting rules that never worked, to the fear of asking for support, to clients stuck in confusion — to show you how these patterns show up again and again in both life and business.

💡 Here’s the reframe: these aren’t failures. They’re invitations. And when you shift them, you create space for ease, flow, and alignment to lead the way.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why resisting change is tied to perfectionism + self-protection
• How to spot the 5 most common ways resistance shows up
• Simple shifts to reframe fear into possibility
• Why you’re never “too late” — you’re always right on time

Ready to do this work with support?

These patterns don’t disappear after one aha moment. They keep showing up, especially in business where your livelihood and passion collide.

That’s why I created the Energetic Business Collective (EBC) — a group program where we use Human Design as a map to navigate the messy middle together. Inside, you’ll learn how to:

• Spot and reframe perfectionism in real time
• Build a business that works with your energy (not against it)
• Feel safe doing things differently with a community that gets it

Enrollment closes on Monday, September 22.

A perfect turning point to step into your next chapter.

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Pull your free Human Design chart and start receiving the Human Design Quick Start Email Series to help you understand your energy and decision-making style.

Explore the Quick Start Guide on the blog - You'll start with your Energy Type and follow along through Authority, Profile, and Centers — all broken down clearly and practically.

🎧 Listen to the Chart Basics episodes:

• Ep 2: The 5 Energy Types That Could Transform Your Life (And How to Find Yours)
• Ep 7: Stop Second-Guessing: Your Practical Roadmap to Confident Decisions Using Human Design
• Ep 6: The Shortcut to Your Purpose: Embody Your Personality Profile
• Ep 8: Human Design Centers & How to Work with Your Definition

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