We're all blind to our own patterns. Even when we think we're self-aware, there's a whole universe of emotional blocks lurking beneath the surface.
Most of us walk around thinking we understand ourselves, but the reality is we're operating on autopilot. This episode features coach Tracy Litt, a performance coach who reveals how seemingly innocent behaviours can actually be fear mechanisms in disguise.
The conversation gets deeply personal as Sam confronts his own emotional avoidance, exploring why he distracts himself during vulnerable moments and can struggle to fully express emotions.
Tracy explains how our brains create clever diversions precisely when we need to feel something deeply, and offers practical ways to break through these invisible barriers.
Take homes:
- Start a judgment journal to track how often you critically evaluate yourself and others
- Practice intentional emotional release through techniques like guided screaming
- Use fear as a GPS—when something scares you, it's probably pointing toward your growth
Ready to uncover what's really holding you back? Listen now and prepare for some uncomfortable but transformative insights.
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Episode: How to uncover emotional blocks holding you back, when you can't see them w/ Tracy Litt
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to hidden fears
02:43 How Tracy sees herself
03:42 Judgement journal
04:37 Tracy's story on how controlling she was
05:45 Sam relates with Tracy's past
07:17 At what point did this transformation occur
11:57 Getting really comfortable feeling all of your feelings
14:03 Does Sam struggle with emotion?
15:16 Diging into emotional distractions
17:26 Sam never getting angry
18:40 Screaming as therapy
19:17 Sam pointing out his voice as a thing to work on
21:27 Is there anything in life that is currently troubling or scaring Tracy?
24:37 How did Tracy overcome her fear of starting to do live videos on Facebook
27:56 Coaching other people and reaching out for a coach
31:25 Outro
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