EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 16 MIN
How to face the things you've been avoiding
from Beneath the Surface · host Shannon Beer
What’s that thing you’ve been avoiding? Maybe it’s reflecting on your eating habits, having a difficult conversation, reaching out to make new friends, or showing up on social media. You know it matters—but that doesn’t make it easier to face.In this episode, I unpack why avoidance feels good in the moment, why it costs you more than you realize, and—most importantly—how to start facing the things you’ve been putting off with compassion and courage.You’ll learn:Why your brain rewards avoidance (and how it keeps you stuck)How to recognise when your threat system is taking overThe hidden cost of waiting until you feel readyA simple two-question exercise to uncover what’s really behind your avoidanceHow to take the smallest possible step forward—and build confidence from experienceYou’ll walk away with a clear, compassionate framework to help you stop overthinking and start moving toward the life you actually want.More Resources:Grab the free mini-course: Emotion Systems Audit – Download hereConnect with Shannon on Instagram: @coachshannonbeerLearn more about compassion coaching: get the details here
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