In this episode of The Cured Collective Podcast, Joe explains why easier isn’t always better. When we’re in the habit of seeking only painless situations, we’re avoiding opportunities to tap into our resiliency and grow. Constant complaining or wishing for something ‘easier’ only holds us back in life. Instead, we can take strides toward our potential by running head-on into any situation we’re dealt. 

Joe also shares the difference between ‘easy’ and ‘simple’. Think of it this way: doing the right thing in life is often very simple, but it is rarely easy. It may even be the most complicated path of all. However, knowing that it is THE path is really quite simple. 

We are not always capable of turning certain events in our favor or making experiences easier, nor should we even try. But it is always within our power to face our challenges and find solutions that are aligned with our values and vision. When we do that, we stretch ourselves past our comfort zone and towards a better version of ourselves. Our hardest times deserve our gratitude; without them, we wouldn’t be the strong, tenacious human beings we are today. 

“Life should not get easier — and it’s not going to get any easier when you become more or achieve more. Instead, what happens is you grow your capacity to handle what life throws your way.” – Joseph Sheehey 

Key Highlights 

• Why an ‘easy’ life is not always the best or most fulfilling life;
• How difficult times and tough situations help us become stronger and more resilient; 
• What it requires to be able to handle ‘more’ in life;
• Why shortcuts make our lives mediocre;
• How our comfort zone is related to a diminishing ability to cope with and grow from our circumstances; 
• What is easy vs. what is simple: we won’t always get what’s ‘easy’, but it’s in our power to believe our obstacles are simple to resolve. 

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