Resistance becomes friction. · Mindset Matters

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Resistance becomes friction.

Resistance happens when the mind is willing, but the body feels unsafe.

This creates a conflict of interest.

Let our goal for today to be simple:

To draw our attention to our body the moment we notice resistance.

When we become aware of resistance, pause. Notice it and open your awareness to it. Afterwards, we can ask some questions for clarity and insight. You can write these down, or copy and paste them into your notes on your phone. Try your best to listen to the response, and then write your response below the question.

"What are my needs?"

"What am I afraid of?"

"What is the likelyhood the worst case senario will come true?"

"Can I imagine things going well?"

"What would that look like?"

"Have I been capable of doing difficult things in the past?"

"What steps did I take to navigate it successfully?"

"How could I prepare for success beforehand?"

"How could I respond if things don't happen the way I expected?"

"What could I do to make this feel easier for my nervous system to accept?"

"What would happen if I did nothing?"

"Does this need to be resolved right this minute?"

"What is one thing I can focus on to feel more effective?"

There are ways to break down our feelings into understanding.

Asking introspective questions and answering them honestly creates an enviroment that allows us to listen to our feelings.

When we compassionately notice and listen to our fears, our harsh thoughts, our heavy emotions or limiting beliefs that create struggle, we begin trace the pain to its source. That which restricts can now be analyzed with more questions for deeper clarity.

"Are these my beliefs, or is this what I had to become in order to survive a difficult enviroment?"

"How do these beliefs make me feel?"

"How would I feel without these beliefs?"

"Can I prove these beliefs are true?"

"Do these beliefs hinder me, or empower me?

"If I asked a trusted friend or an expert, what would they say about my conflict?"

"Are the words I speak to myself encouraging, or degrading?"

"Am I speaking truthfully to myself?"

"Can I rephrase my thoughts so that they're more compassionate, hospitable and true?"

"What other emotions are trying to be heard?"

"Do I need to problem solve or regulate my emotions first?"

As we go through this day, and into the future, let's remember this simple task:

Draw our attention to our body the moment we notice resistance. Listen, process, ask questions, draw accurate conclusions, and act in ways that incrementally increase our self worth.

As time goes on, you will simply hear your emotions as a call for your attention that reliably guides you, rather than hinder you.

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Resistance becomes friction.