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Today we’re talking about a fascinating concept: our brains resist state changes.
When we’re sitting, we don’t want to stand. When we’re home, we don’t want to leave. When we finally start cleaning, we suddenly don’t want to stop.
This isn’t because you’re lazy or unmotivated. Our brains love familiarity, efficiency, and conserving energy.
In this episode we discuss:
• Why transitions feel hard
• Why resistance doesn’t mean something is wrong
• How momentum creates motivation
• Simple hacks to help you move through resistance
• Why accountability and community help us follow through
We’ll talk about real-life examples like exercise, cleaning, bedtime routines, procrastination, and even recording podcasts.
Questions to think about this week:
Where are you interpreting normal resistance as a problem?
What if resistance isn’t evidence that you shouldn’t do something but simply evidence that you’re changing states?
If this episode helps you, share it with a friend. I’m so grateful you’re here and part of this community!
Stay Connected With BrookeGet weekly encouragement, emotional wellness tools, and podcast extras:
Join the Newsletter:
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Learn MoreCoaching, resources, and offerings for midlife women:
www.brookeoniki.com
By Brooke Oniki5
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Today we’re talking about a fascinating concept: our brains resist state changes.
When we’re sitting, we don’t want to stand. When we’re home, we don’t want to leave. When we finally start cleaning, we suddenly don’t want to stop.
This isn’t because you’re lazy or unmotivated. Our brains love familiarity, efficiency, and conserving energy.
In this episode we discuss:
• Why transitions feel hard
• Why resistance doesn’t mean something is wrong
• How momentum creates motivation
• Simple hacks to help you move through resistance
• Why accountability and community help us follow through
We’ll talk about real-life examples like exercise, cleaning, bedtime routines, procrastination, and even recording podcasts.
Questions to think about this week:
Where are you interpreting normal resistance as a problem?
What if resistance isn’t evidence that you shouldn’t do something but simply evidence that you’re changing states?
If this episode helps you, share it with a friend. I’m so grateful you’re here and part of this community!
Stay Connected With BrookeGet weekly encouragement, emotional wellness tools, and podcast extras:
Join the Newsletter:
https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/f7o6w8
Learn MoreCoaching, resources, and offerings for midlife women:
www.brookeoniki.com

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