The Rediscovered Self

Ep 6: Staying With Yourself When Everything Feels Too Heavy

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There are moments in life when everything just feels… heavy.

When everything feels overwhelming in a quiet, yet consuming way that makes even the smallest steps feel impossible.

In this episode of The Rediscovered Self, we explore what’s really happening in those moments—not from a place of judgment, but through the lens of the nervous system, mindful awareness, and self-compassion.

If you’ve ever found yourself shutting down, losing motivation, craving comfort, or feeling like all of your progress disappears when things get hard… this episode is for you.

You’ll learn:

  • Why your nervous system moves into shutdown or collapse
  • How your responses are not failures—but protective patterns
  • The difference between trying to “fix” yourself and actually supporting yourself
  • A simple, gentle 3-part practice to help you move through overwhelm

    • Most importantly, this episode introduces a powerful shift:

    Learning how to stay with yourself… instead of abandoning yourself in the moments you need support the most.

    This is not about pushing through.

    It’s about meeting yourself differently.

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    The Rediscovered SelfBy Erica Cortis