Hey, it’s Sarah here, and today we’re diving into something BIG. Resistance. Yep, that invisible force that seems to show up right when you’re about to do something bold, brave, and life-changing. Sound familiar? It’s not just you—it’s ALL of us.
Whether you’re a coach, a creative, or someone with a big vision, resistance sneaks in right when you’re about to take that next step. But here’s the secret: resistance isn’t your enemy, it’s your compass. It points to where your growth, impact, and magic lie.
So if you’ve been feeling stuck, procrastinating, or doubting yourself, stick around. Today, we’re breaking resistance wide open. 🚀
What Is Resistance?
Let’s start here. Resistance is that sneaky, internal voice that says:
“You’re not ready.”
“What if you fail?”
“Maybe tomorrow is a better time to start.”
Steven Pressfield nails it in The War of Art—resistance is universal. It shows up when we’re about to create something meaningful. It’s not a flaw in you; it’s proof that you’re onto something BIG.
But here’s the thing: resistance loves to disguise itself. It might look like procrastination, perfectionism, or even over-preparation (you know, taking “just one more course”). Sound familiar? Same here.
Why Resistance Shows Up
The bigger the dream, the bigger the resistance. Think of resistance as a shadow cast by your vision. The larger the tree (your dream), the larger the shadow (resistance). It’s not a stop sign—it’s a signal you’re on the right track.
Let’s reframe resistance: It’s not your enemy; it’s your guide. Lean into it. It’s trying to show you where your magic lies.
How Resistance Keeps You Stuck
Resistance is tricky. It keeps you stuck by lying to you. Here’s how:
1. Procrastination
“I’ll start tomorrow.”
Procrastination convinces you there’s plenty of time. Spoiler alert: tomorrow never comes.
2. Perfectionism
“I need everything to be perfect before I start.”
This is resistance in disguise. Perfect is a myth, and waiting for it will keep you spinning your wheels forever.
3. Fear of Failure
“What if I fail and people find out?”
This fear keeps you from even trying. But failure isn’t the enemy—it’s just part of the process.
Resistance as a Compass
What if I told you resistance is actually pointing you toward your purpose? Yep. The more resistance you feel toward something, the more meaningful it is. So, instead of running from it, lean into it.
How to Break Free from Resistance
If resistance has been keeping you stuck, it’s time to fight back. Here’s how:
1. Recognize Resistance for What It Is
Start noticing when resistance shows up.
Is it when you sit down to create content?
Before you make a bold move in your business?
As you’re about to hit “publish” on your offer?
Awareness is the first step to reclaiming your power.
2. Challenge Resistance’s Lies
Resistance is a storyteller, but it’s not a very good one. Start calling out its lies:
Replace “I’ll do it later” with “I start now.”
Swap “I’m not ready” with “Who says I’m not ready?”
When fear creeps in, ask yourself, “What’s the worst that could happen?”
3. Take Imperfect Action
Perfectionism is resistance’s favorite trick. Don’t wait for perfect—start now. Publish the messy post, launch the imperfect offer, take the leap. Progress beats perfection every single time.
4. Lean Into Fear
Tara Mohr calls it Yirah—the awe-filled fear of stepping into something big. If fear shows up, it means you’re playing big. Let it guide you instead of stopping you.
A Personal Story of Resistance
Resistance has been my companion through every big, bold decision I’ve made. When I left corporate, I decided to write a book. I had no idea how to start, but I knew it was something I needed to do.
Resistance showed up immediately. It whispered:
“You’re not a writer.”
“Who’s going to read this?”
“Maybe just outline it and leave the rest for later.”
I procrastinated, rewrote my proposal 10 times, and faced rejection from multiple publishers. But I kept going. I took messy, imperfect action. And guess what? My book is finally coming out in 2026.
The lesson? You don’t need to feel ready. You just need to start.
Resistance vs. Your Inner Mentor
Tara Mohr offers a game-changing tool: your Inner Mentor. This is the future version of you—the one who’s already accomplished your dreams. Whenever resistance shows up, ask yourself:
“What would my Inner Mentor do?”
Your Inner Mentor doesn’t wait for permission or perfect timing. She takes bold, courageous action. And you can too.
Key Takeaways
1️⃣ Resistance isn’t your enemy—it’s a compass pointing to your purpose.
2️⃣ The size of your resistance equals the size of your dream.
3️⃣ Progress beats perfection every single time.
4️⃣ Take messy, bold action—your dreams are waiting.
Your Turn
What’s one bold step you’ve been resisting? Maybe it’s launching your offer, writing that book, or finally sharing your voice. Whatever it is, take one step today. Start messy. Start imperfect. Just start.
💬 Drop a comment below and share where resistance has been showing up for you. Let’s tackle it together!
Love
Sarah x