889 | The Work You're Resisting Is the Work You Came Here to Do

In this episode, I am sharing the idea that the work we often resist is, in fact, the very work we are meant to embrace. I reflect on my own journey of resisting self-care, slowing down, and tuning into my own needs, which I now recognize as essential to my personal and professional growth. For years, I believed that hard work and relentless hustle were the keys to success, but I have come to understand that true fulfillment lies in balancing ambition with self-care. HIGHLIGHTS 00:01:07 - The Work You Are Resisting 00:02:01 - The Cost of Burnout 00:03:18 - Aligning Values with Actions 00:04:00 - Perfectionism and Vulnerability 00:05:14 - Nervous System Regulation as Business Strategy 00:06:08 - Listening to Your Body's Signals 00:08:57 - Real-Life Example of Body Awareness 00:10:02 - The Importance of Slowing Down 00:10:44 - Soft Work as Strong Work 00:11:39 - Embracing the Work You Resist Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster Download "You Are Supported" Hypnosis and Subliminal Bundle HERE Join the next cohort of OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification (kick-off in Oct 2025 in person or virtual) HERE Learn more about changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves Digital Program HERE. Use Code PODCAST to receive 20% off. Code FASTACTION20 Tap the "Follow" button to never miss a show, and if you love the show, please feel free to tag me on social media, share it with a friend, or leave me a rating and review. This really helps the show grow! Website: www.marshavanw.comConnect on IG, click HERESubscribe on YouTube, click HEREMentioned in this episode:QUIZOUTSPOKEN AD QUIZ https://nlp.marshavanw.com/ OUTSPOKEN August Cohort: https://www.marshavanw.com/nlp