5 Steps to Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

Sinikka Waugh and Paula Bell discuss 5 Steps to Getting Comfortable Being Uncomfortable.   In this episode of Even Better, Sinikka Waugh welcomes leadership expert Paula Bell for a courage-infused conversation about leaning into growth—even when it means stepping outside your comfort zone. Together, they walk through five approachable steps designed to help you become more comfortable with discomfort, shifting the way you respond to change, challenge, and uncertainty. Paula draws from nearly two decades of experience as the CEO of Paula A Bell Consulting, combining her roles as coach, consultant, speaker, and author to bring both insight and warmth to the discussion. She shares how embracing unfamiliar situations can unlock resilience, spark creativity, and build the confidence needed to thrive in the everyday—even when it's hard. Throughout their conversation, they explore how to shift perspective on discomfort, using it not as a barrier but as a signal to grow stronger, more agile, and more resilient. This episode offers a gentle yet powerful invitation to make small, brave choices—a call to lean in, expand your capacity, and feel—and yes—become even better.   Paula Bell is the CEO of Paula A Bell Consulting, LLC for over 19 years. She is a coach, consultant, speaker, and author with expertise in the areas of: business analysis, project management, leadership, diversity, equity & Inclusion, career development and self development. Through her 5-tier consulting business model, Paula helps individuals find their passion, build their brand, and enhance their skill sets through consultations, coaching and customizable documentation to drive results. Her desire is to empower, and motivate others, through a structured journey of self reflection and awareness as a catalyst for unlimited success. Paula is a certified Business Analyst, Certified Life Purpose Coach, Certified Diversity & Inclusion Manager Coach, and Licensed Intercultural Development Inventory Qualified Administrator.