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Becoming Me

Why Things Get Worse Before They Get Better

Apr 20, 2021
24:28

EPISODE 20

Why is it that we often wait until things get worse, sometimes until we hit bottom, before we really try to address the destructive patterns in our lives? Why is it that we have so much inertia to seek help or address our issues even when we are in pain?

In this episode, I share 3 reasons based on my own life experience and observations why this happens more often that we would like to admit. 

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CHAPTER MARKERS
(00:09:39) - 1st Reason: It's Too Hard
(00:11:26) - 2nd Reason: It's How We Learn
(00:13:38) - 3rd Reason: Intense Pain Wakes Us Up
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How much do you desire to be your True Self?

Other episodes that would help you understand and apply the lessons in this episode:
- Ep 7 Be Curious, Courageous & Compassionate with Yourself

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