Episode 30: Why We Run From Our Emotions (and How to Stop)

Letter to the Listener Hey mama, Have you ever caught yourself scrolling without really thinking about it? Or reorganizing a drawer instead of having the conversation you know you need to have? Maybe you've stayed busy all day only to realize you never actually checked in with how you were feeling? Most of us don't intentionally avoid our emotions. We simply get really good at distracting ourselves from them. But what if procrastination isn't always about discipline? What if busyness isn't always productivity? What if that extra snack, another episode, or one more thing on your to-do list is helping you avoid something that feels uncomfortable beneath the surface? And what might change if, instead of asking, "What's wrong with me?" you asked, "What am I trying not to feel?" In this episode, we're exploring why our brains naturally resist uncomfortable emotions, how that resistance quietly shapes our choices, and why making room for difficult feelings actually expands our capacity for resilience, connection, and joy. You don't have to become someone who enjoys discomfort. You simply have to trust that you're capable of moving through it. This episode is part of the I've Got You Mama podcast - a show for moms and women who want to care for their whole self, live with intention, and find joy without pressure or burnout. In This Episode In today's episode, we'll explore: Why procrastination is often about avoiding a feeling, not a task How your brain is wired to protect you from discomfort The subtle ways we "buffer" our emotions through busyness, scrolling, food, or productivity Why avoiding difficult emotions can keep us from living fully The difference between emotional awareness and emotional overwhelm Understanding the difference between "clean pain" and "dirty pain" Why emotions are valid but don't have to make your decisions How emotional resilience grows through practice A simple three-question exercise to help you stop running from uncomfortable emotions Resources Mentioned Episode 28: The Message in the Feeling with Carla Green Episode 29: Learning the Language of Your Emotions Connect + What's Next If this episode resonated, I'd love for you to: Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss future episodes. Leave a review!! It helps more women discover the show. Share this episode with a friend who has been carrying more than she lets on. Next week on the podcast... We'll wrap up our four-part emotions series by exploring how we can intentionally cultivate emotions like hope, courage, gratitude, and peace - not by pretending hard emotions don't exist, but by learning how to build the emotional life we want. Whenever you're ready, press play. I'm really glad you're here. And... I've got you, mama.