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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 38 MIN

How to Make Resistance Easy: A Creative’s Guide to Getting Unstuck

from The Complete Creative · host Brie Stockwell

There’s a moment every creative knows well—you sit down to do the thing that matters most… and suddenly you’re doing literally anything else. Checking email. Reorganizing your desk. Thinking about the project instead of actually starting it. In this episode, I’m walking you through what’s sub-consciously happening in those moments—and how to move through resistance in a way that feels simple, doable, and even… kind of fun. Because resistance isn’t a sign that something’s wrong. It’s a signal that what you’re working on actually matters. And when you understand how your brain is wired—and how to work with it instead of against it—you can get unstuck faster than you think. In this episode, I share: Why resistance shows up (and why it’s not a character flaw) The real reason your brain avoids meaningful work How to recognize resistance in your behavior, body, and thoughts The difference between procrastination and what’s actually happening A toolkit to move through resistance without forcing yourself My favorite question that instantly makes things feel easier Resources + Mentions: Think → Feel → Do episode Substack Live (Imposter Syndrome) episode Access free workshop (Imposter Syndrome Fix) HERE Impostor Syndrome Rehab (4 week program): https://studio.creativemindscoach.com/imposter-syndrome-rehab Connect With Me If you’d like to continue this conversation: Join me on Substack where I share more writing and ideas around creativity and business: https://thecompletecreative.substack.com You can also connect with me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/creativemindscoach Work With Me If you're ready for deeper clarity in your creative life or business, you can start with a Clarity Call, the first step inside my Creative Compass framework, where we begin shaping your personal vision and direction.

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