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EPISODE · Oct 9, 2025 · 15 MIN

How to beat the awkward feeling

from Grappling In Thought · host Grappling In Thought

Ever feel awkward waiting alone somewhere and instantly grab your phone? Or avoid speaking up because it feels too uncomfortable? In this episode of we’re talking about that squirmy, anxious feeling we all try to run from and how to stop letting it control you.I’ll share simple ways to notice discomfort, sit with it instead of escaping, and even turn it into strength. Because the more you run, the stronger the urge to hide gets. But when you stay, you take back control.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why avoiding discomfort makes it worseHow to ground yourself when you feel awkward or judgedWhat “the friend within” is and how to use it to calm downThe difference between being unsafe vs just uncomfortableA simple “Try This” you can practice this weekStop letting discomfort win and start finding comfort in it.

Ever feel awkward waiting alone somewhere and instantly grab your phone? Or avoid speaking up because it feels too uncomfortable? In this episode of we’re talking about that squirmy, anxious feeling we all try to run from and how to stop letting it control you.I’ll share simple ways to notice discomfort, sit with it instead of escaping, and even turn it into strength. Because the more you run, the stronger the urge to hide gets. But when you stay, you take back control.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why avoiding discomfort makes it worseHow to ground yourself when you feel awkward or judgedWhat “the friend within” is and how to use it to calm downThe difference between being unsafe vs just uncomfortableA simple “Try This” you can practice this weekStop letting discomfort win and start finding comfort in it.

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Ever feel awkward waiting alone somewhere and instantly grab your phone? Or avoid speaking up because it feels too uncomfortable? In this episode of we’re talking about that squirmy, anxious feeling we all try to run from and how to stop letting it...

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