Overcoming Resistance: Turning Challenges into Growth Opportunities
Episode Overview
Break resistance into manageable pieces. Embrace small, consistent efforts for progress. Seek support from others who understand your journey. Set realistic and achievable goals. Use affirmations to stay motivated.
We humans do not like change. Even when we know that change will be better for us, we can find little excuses to maintain that resistance.
Starting a new year often comes with the pressure to set ambitious goals and tackle fresh challenges. In this episode of Blindsight, hosts Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price dive into the themes of resistance and challenge as they relate to personal growth. Bill shares his experience of being diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) and how it acted as a catalyst for significant life changes.
Jonathan reflects on his own tumultuous year and the importance of embracing growth, connection, and courage as guiding principles for the future. They discuss the concept of breaking down resistance into manageable pieces and how small, consistent efforts can lead to meaningful progress. The episode is filled with anecdotes, including a moving story about Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan, illustrating the power of patience and persistence.
If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed by the idea of change, this conversation offers practical advice and heartfelt encouragement to help you move forward. Tune in to find out how to turn resistance into your greatest ally and make 2025 a year of transformation.