How To Health Podcast With Laurie Marbas, Md, Mba

In today's episode, I delved into the topic of resisting healthy habits and changes in our lives. Whether it's exercise, eating healthy, or improving sleep, resistance is a common experience for everyone, even elite athletes. I shared my personal struggles with increasing my racing distance and how I've learned to turn into resistance rather than fight it. I outlined several steps to help manage and understand resistance: Recognize the Resistance: Acknowledge the mental process causing resistance without judgment. Mindful Breathing: Use deep breathing techniques to anchor yourself and create a pause. Explore with Curiosity: Investigate the resistance with curiosity, identifying physical sensations, emotional states, and triggers. Acceptance: Embrace discomfort as part of the human experience and understand that it will pass. Uncover Underlying Needs: Reflect on whether the resistance reveals unmet needs or misalignments with your values. Adjust and Adapt: Make necessary adjustments to your routine or a