EPISODE · Apr 14, 2025 · 23 MIN
#391 | Why Does Growth Suck SO BAD?
from Evolve Ventures · host Emilia Smith & Bianca Thomas
Send us Fan MailWhat if the reason growth feels so hard is because we expect it to be easy? In this episode, we unpack why personal growth can feel awful—and why that’s not a bad thing. We explore how chasing quick fixes keeps us stuck and how shifting from “avoiding pain” to “building bravery” can change everything. If you’ve ever felt like giving up on your growth journey, know that you're not alone. We’re in this with you. Tune in for real stories, mindset shifts, and the support you need to keep going—even when it’s tough.Here’s the episode related to today’s discussion and why we highly recommend listening to it as well:#347 | Why You Need Self-Accountability - https://apple.co/3XVnJ8p #351 | How to Make Friends with Pain - https://apple.co/41PRxWw Out of the Mud (OOTM): “The Tools To Ask For What You Need” - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4DAIOl8AQaiavbfY38W4bA#/registrationLearn more about the On-Demand Therapy - #YouDoYou Program: https://evolveventurestech.com/therapy/_________________Connect with Emilia, Bianca & the EVOLVE VENTURES Community:Website: http://www.evolveventurestech.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/evolveventures/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/EvolveVenturesTech (Public Page)Evolve Ventures Society (Private Facebook Group) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/457130589193794Emilia’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithemilia/Emilia’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvewithemiliaBianca’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/evolvewithbianca/Bianca’s Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evolvewithbianca?_t=8gq3wqu4fAx&_r=1 Connect with Emilia & Bianca from Evolve Ventures for FREE: https://calendly.com/emiliasmith/free-evp-communityconnect?month=2025-04Show notes:(2:41) Why we expect growth to be easy(5:01) The trap of chasing quick fixes(8:11) Pain as a tool for healing(10:11) Stop avoiding pain—build tolerance(12:54) Bravery Vs. Fear in growth(14:25) Skill takes time, not shortcuts(18:04) Pain + Growth mindset = Results(21:14) Outro***Leave them a 5-star review if you felt their energy, became inspired, or felt as though the value was added to your life in your EVOLUTION.(Stay tuned for this coming Thursday’s episode!)
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Send us Fan Mail What if the reason growth feels so hard is because we expect it to be easy? In this episode, we unpack why personal growth can feel awful—and why that’s not a bad thing. We explore how chasing quick fixes keeps us stuck and how shifting from “avoiding pain” to “building bravery” can change everything. If you’ve ever felt like giving up on your growth journey, know that you're not alone. We’re in this with you. Tune in for real stories, mindset shifts, and the support you need...
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