Pathfinders
Welcome to Pathfinders! I’m your host, Jessa, and in this podcast, I bring you heartfelt conversations with those who have found their own paths in life while dealing with its challenges. My hope is that it inspires you to make choices that feel true to you so that you can live your life in the most authentic and fulfilling way.
Pathfinders
The Science of Stuck: Getting Unstuck with Britt Frank
Ever felt stuck and unable to get out of it? Then this episode is for you.
In this insightful episode, Britt discusses the core concepts from ‘The Science of Stuck,' and explores how our brains often hold us back not out of laziness, but due to hardwired survival mechanisms. She delves into practical strategies for overcoming feelings of being stuck—whether it's difficulty getting off the couch, dealing with anxiety, or making significant life changes. Britt also shares her personal experiences, offering a compassionate and relatable approach to mental wellbeing. She introduces the idea of micro yeses, brainstorming bad ideas, and self-compassion as transformative tools. Additionally, Britt previews her upcoming book, 'Align Your Mind,' which focuses on parts work and how to help the different parts of ourselves get along. This episode is filled with practical advice and empowering insights for anyone looking to break free from feeling stuck.
About Britt Frank:
Britt Frank is a licensed neuropsychotherapist, speaker, and author of The Science of Stuck, a groundbreaking book that unpacks why we get stuck in life and how we can get unstuck. Her newest book is called Align Your Mind. This book explains in a way that's easy to understand how you can align all the different parts inside of you.
Britt Frank’s newest book Align Your Mind: https://www.brittfrank.com/align-your-mind
Britt Frank’s website: https://www.brittfrank.com
Britt Frank’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittfrank
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:08 Understanding the Science of Stuck
01:36 Main Reasons for Feeling Stuck
02:57 Personal Breakthroughs and Writing the Book
04:30 Anxiety and Brain Functions
06:17 Fear of Success and Failure
12:37 Choices and Frameworks
19:48 Micro Yeses: Small Steps to Big Changes
22:57 Creating Positive Associations
23:13 Breaking Morning Patterns
25:49 Understanding and Embracing Different Parts of Ourselves
28:00 Building Internal Attachment
31:18 Handling Relapses with Compassion
35:35 Practical Advice for Getting Unstuck
37:05 Quick Fire Away Questions