Mindful Strategies for Overcoming Resistance to Healthy Habits

Dr. Laurie Marbas Podcast

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 approach. Compassionate Reflection: Be kind to yourself and avoid self-judgment. Gentle Encouragement: Encourage yourself to evolve and understand that this is a journey, not a destination. I emphasized the importance of compassion and kindness towards oneself and how these practices can lead to more energy and better health. To work with me: https://www.drmarbas.com/ A Big Thank You To Our Sponsors: If you want to work with the best Whole Foods plant-based body recomposition coach, I highly recommend checking out what www.fitvegancoaching.com offers. I did their program and was able to lose 7% of body fat, build lean muscle, and improve my running time. As a loyal subscriber, you get $250 savings on their coaching services. To learn plant-based cooking and get your medical questions answered, join The Healing Kitchen, taught by Brittany Jaroudi and me! Click here to learn more: https://www.drmarbas.com/the-healing-kitchen