Why "Trying Harder" Keeps You Stuck (Norman Farb, Zindel Segal)

We are taught that resilience means grit. But neuroscience reveals a counter-intuitive truth: when you are overwhelmed, "pushing through" is biologically identical to digging a deeper hole. Today, Ryan and Emily decode the "Default Mode Network"—the mental autopilot that traps high achievers in loops of anxiety. Learn why your brain prioritizes prediction over reality and how to switch from the "House of Habit" to the "House of Sensing" to break the cycle.Enjoyed this? Unlock the full masterclass to master the 90-second "Sense Foraging" protocol and the specific tactics used to reboot your brain. Subscribe to Momentum Premium now.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/momentum-your-daily-edge-in-leadership--6706012/support.Enjoyed this 5-minute briefing?The full, 20-minute deep dive on this book is waiting for you in our premium feed.Unlock the masterclass to get every key lesson, framework, and actionable insight.🚀 Subscribe to Momentum Premium here!