E19: Upgrade your self-care belief system – part 3

E19: Upgrade your self-care belief system – part 3

Here's something that might surprise you: some of the best self-care doesn’t feel good in the moment. Think about it — how many times have you dreaded going for a run, having that hard conversation, or finally making the dentist appointment you’ve been putting off… only to feel so much lighter, clearer, and better afterward?

We often expect self-care to look easy and comforting, like bubble baths and spa days. But sometimes, self-care looks like sweating, crying, or facing something you’ve been avoiding. And if we expect it to feel good all the time, we’re setting ourselves up for disappointment — and avoidance. So stick with us, because in today’s podcast episode we are going to convince you that the best self-care often doesn’t feel so good in the moment, but can have lasting positive effects.

Episode Highlights:

  • Self-care belief system upgrade #3: Self-care can be uncomfortable (but worth it!)
  • Why the old view doesn't serve us: We end up chasing quick and easy fixes, that don't actually sustain us, and instead deplete us in the long run
  • The new view: Real self-care isn't always comfortable, but it is always worthwhile
  • Self-care experiments