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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 13 MIN

Why Personal Growth Sometimes Feels Like You’re Going Backwards

from Men on the Path to Love · host Bill Simpson

Personal growth can mess with your head. You start therapy or coaching, read the books, join the men’s group, and suddenly it feels like everything is getting worse. That can spark the scary thought: was I better off before I did this personal growth stuff?In this episode, I let you in on the real reason this happens using a practical blend of psychology and neuroscience. I also share "Dimitri's" story, about how he hit the wall, felt defeated, and learned that the “two steps back” feeling is often the exact moment the real change begins.You'll get tools you can use right away will keep you going on your path to personal growth for yourself and your relationships. Check out the Why Personal Growth Sometimes Feels Like You’re Going Backwards, episode.Send us Fan MailSupport the showEmail: [email protected] Guide: 5 Steps to Understand Why Your Last Relationship Didn't WorkFree Guide: 7 Standards Every Man Needs Before Dating AgainWebsite: https://menonthepathtolove.com/Support The Show: Click HereFacebook: Bill SimpsonInstagram:@MenOnThePathtoLoveLinkedIn: Bill SimpsonSubstack: @billsimpson44

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Personal growth can mess with your head. You start therapy or coaching, read the books, join the men’s group, and suddenly it feels like everything is getting worse. That can spark the scary thought: was I better off before I did this personal growth stuff? In this episode, I let you in on the real reason this happens using a practical blend of psychology and neuroscience. I also share "Dimitri's" story, about how he hit the wall, felt defeated, and learned that the “two steps back” feeling...

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