Episode 89 Friction: Why Hard Days Don’t Have to Derail You

Friction: Why Hard Days Don’t Have to Derail YouRunning to Myself with Trisha Stanton We all have days where nothing feels easy. The tasks themselves may not be overwhelming… but the resistance, the inconvenience, and the constant interruptions add up. Before you know it, you feel drained, frustrated, and on the edge of unraveling. In this episode, Trisha talks about something we don’t often name—but all experience: friction. From navigating tedious responsibilities to managing the emotional weight of a “hard but normal” day, she shares how her capacity for discomfort has grown—and how that growth has changed everything. This episode is both encouraging and practical, offering simple tools you can use in real time when life feels harder than it should. Because the goal isn’t to eliminate friction, it’s to learn how to move through it without losing yourself. In this episode, you’ll learn: What “friction” really looks like in everyday life• Why small, inconvenient moments can feel so draining• How to increase your capacity for things to be hard• A simple way to break out of overwhelm in the middle of a task• The difference between fixing the problem and fixing your focus• Why asking for help is a strength—not a failure• The one habit that will help you stop carrying frustration into the rest of your day A simple reminder from this episode: You don’t need a perfectly smooth day to feel steady.You just need a way to walk through the hard moments without getting stuck in them. If this resonated with you: If you’re ready to better understand your patterns and learn how to manage your thoughts in real time, this is exactly the work I do in coaching. You can schedule a consultation here:👉Book a Call Or join my email list for weekly encouragement and practical tools:👉 https://www.trishastanton.com/signup Connect with me: Facebook: Trisha Shipley StantonInstagram: @tstanton21 Podcast: Running to MyselfReal stories. Real mindset shifts. Practical tools you can use right where you are.