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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2026 · 58 MIN

Why You Want It… But Still Don’t Do It

from JOY Unfiltered: Joy is the strategy

Send us Fan MailYou want it.You know how to do it.So why aren’t you doing it?In this episode of Joy Unfiltered, Rachel sits down with performance coach, international speaker, and bestselling author Kam Knight to unpack one of the most misunderstood forces in personal growth: internal resistance.This conversation goes far beyond surface-level mindset talk. You’ll learn why your brain can create powerful desires… and block you from acting on them at the exact same time.If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or frustrated with yourself, this episode will change how you see it and more importantly, what you do about it.Because you’re not broken. You’re resisting.And once you understand that? Everything shifts.🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS Why wanting something does NOT mean you’ll take action  The two competing systems in your brain: desire vs resistance  Why fear is not the cause - but a symptom - of resistance  The hidden “board of directors” in your mind making decisions for you  How beliefs, habits, comfort zones, and self-image silently block progress  Why your brain prefers familiar - even if it’s painful  The surprising role your past (yes, even childhood voices) still plays today  How strong desire can actually increase resistance  Why letting go of the timeline accelerates results  The simplest and most powerful tool to rewire your brain: self-talk🛠️ PRACTICAL TOOL FROM THIS EPISODEThe “Do It Now” Self-Talk Formula:Repeat daily: I am a do it now person.  I easily do things now.  I easily accomplish my goals right away. Simple. Repeatable. Powerful. This is how you start retraining your brain to act.🎁 FREE RESOURCES FROM CAMGrab all three at: kamknight.com Prompt Engineering for Your Mind  Build Skills & Habits in Your Sleep  Deep Dive into Internal Resistance 💬 CONNECT WITH CAMWebsite: kamknight.com💛 CALL TO ACTIONIf this episode hit you - don’t just nod your head… move.👉 Send one joyful text today👉 Sign the One Joyful Text a Day pledge (link in show notes) 👉 Share this episode with someone who needs itBecause one text can shift a moment… and a million texts can shift the world 🌍✨⭐ RATE, FOLLOW, SHAREIf you loved this episode: Hit FOLLOW so you never miss one  Leave a review (it helps more people find this message)  Share it with someone who’s ready to move forwardSupport the showConnect with RachelJoy-Led Leadership ForumTake the Pledge to send 1 Text a DayThe JOY ProjectJoy is THE StrategyInstagramLinkedInYouTube

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