Thanks so much for watching! Which one of these resonated most with you? Don't forget, Double Down Day this weekend in the HBWC, Q4 planners are up on ETsy, and HB90 starts soon! Can't wait!
I love THE WAR OF ART. Such a great recommendation. It's been a joy following your journey, Sarra. Keep doing what you're doing. You're just lovely. (Also, if I could recommend a book to you, I think you'd like THE HIDDEN MESSAGES IN WATER. I won't explain it. It's a little gift of a book and it'll forever change your self-talk. 💞
Wow! This is the perfect sum of everything I’ve learned the last 2 years about self-love and improvement, identity shifting, following your calling, the power of will and magic, manifestation, alignment… building the life of your dreams step by step and day by day. I really struggled with depression since the pandemic and have appreciated your wisdom and support as a new author. Thank you as always. I’m in the indie author course and definitely recommend it! -Schuyler Windham
I always keep in mind that 10% of people are going to be unhappy no matter what. No matter what. So I expect some negativity and just ignore it. Maybe also ask whether the treadmill is what is right for you at this time. What body movement would feel good and safe? Gentle stretching? Dancing to music? Maybe find something more fun or rewarding. It may even be different every morning. Such a wonderful video. Thank you.
Ha! Last week I started to get up a half hour earlier to begin my day on a positive note so this vlog is ironic timing. I've put on several pounds since going back to work after taking off the weight and being healthy for a while. I knew I was putting on the weight eating the wrong things and amounts and kept doing it while wondering what my problem was. It was almost like I was ruining my good habits on purpose which made no sense. I saw another video of your's where you mentioned self sabotage and it was the name I needed to label my behavior. Having the name made it click for me and I have thought about why ever sense. Why would someone do that to themselves? Last week, I decided to work on emotional me and see how it goes. I get up a half hour before I need to get ready for the day and I listen to positive affirmations while I stretch. Then I journal positive affirmations about how I want my day to go. I thought I would have to make myself get up. But I found I looked forward to this time almost immediately. Things that used to bother me aren't that big of a deal. I have more patience. (I work with teens and younger kids all day so this is a big deal. LOL) I go home feeling more energetic and I'm still in a good mood. Crappy things still slow me down, but I deal with them better and move on. I'm so with you on all of what you're saying.
You are perfect as you are. You do not have to explain anything to anyone about your life. You bring us advice and you share your life with us practically every day on RUclips and an Instagram. You allow us to share your experiences your thoughts your expertise and we get to grow from it. We are thankful to you for sharing your insights as well as your expertise and your life with those of us who truly appreciate you. Don’t listen to negativity from others know that you are making a difference for the rest of us. Thank you so much and many blessings continued for you and your family.❤️❤️❤️
You are a beautiful woman. Please do not let people that do not have a life, to interrupt yours. I know that being on this platform people feel that they have the right to make comments, don't listen. You are blessed. You have helped and will continue to help, many people. I love and respect you. You are the first person that I started watching. I love to read and feel that I have a few books in me. (smile). Anyway, never put yourself down. If you get negative comments, delete them. Do not even respond it is their problem not yours. I will stop now, but keep being who you are. Have a blessed day!
All of it! So much of what you share resonates! Be Your Own Cheerleader is something I'm learning to do...cheering my WOP and allowing grace for taking longer to reach my writing goals. Like you shared, no one knows what I've gone through to get here. While raising a family and overcoming a traumatic event, I can still confidentiality state, --Look how far I've come. I continue to believe in myself and the journey to moving from an aspiring author to a published one. Sarra, YOU are my Brené Brown of the Author World! Your vulnerability and truth connects, awakens, inspires and delivers... immensely. My whole life and approach around my series has shifted 100%. As a creative that loves writing, I can now have my cake and eat it! Thank you for all the amazing videos you put out there for us and the invaluable and insatiable content. Love you to pieces.❤️
Love the tip about listening to your resistance. I never thought of it like this, only as something that needed to be controlled or managed. I think this will be super helpful. But the tip that resonated the most is the last one about being your own cheerleader. I’ve made so much more progress since I started to think like this and learn to listen to the voice that says “good job!” before the one that says “it could/should be better”.
I needed this. I am definitely struggling with the Quantum Leap part. I was raised to be a perfectionist and "just do it". That's so not sustainable. Learning to take baby steps is hard, but worth it. Thank you for being a huge inspiration, Sarra 💜
Wow! This really hit home. Sometimes I get so lost in the criticism, failures, and resistance that I forget others struggle with the same issues. I never thought of exploring my resistance instead of being ashamed about it. Thank you for sharing this.
Oh resistance in all its forms! I resist what I know works for me. Why?! I think it comes down to the self care/self love aspect. Thankfully my husband is great at reminding me what proven methods work to break me out of a negative spiral ( get outside, play a fun video game, etc) Being my own cheerleader is my biggest battle right now. And feeling worthy of that love and support. I have gotten better at creating a fulfilling morning routine to set my day up for success and it’s so interesting about you removing the treadmill from your routine to help you get out of bed!
I agree, they are coming to you from their own lives, their own struggles and journey's and THAT is neither right nor wrong, but it is WRONG for someone to criticize you (or anyone) when they DON'T know the other person's story, their struggle. Because if the roles were reversed, THEY'D want compassion, not criticism. I've recently found out this year I began menopause and - joy of joys - in the midst of a midlife crisis, as well. Yep, women have them, too. I'm getting a double whammy. So, this video came at a perfect time. I've been feeling the clock bearing down on me, to begin with, but now it's out of realistic proportions and I'm having to do a lot of self-therapy and self-discovery.
That was really touching. I had those slow tears of strong, beautiful feelings. I have spent more than 20 years getting into my body to exercise and not be frightened to be a healthy attractive weight. I have had that resistance. I have had success but also had barriers that I could not cross. I want to be able to do certain things like do a pull-up or some ballet leaps but the by-product of those skills would push my body into being 'not just healthy' but 'sexually attractive' in a way that has a lot of resistance.
I have had to learn that sometimes resistance to do things is a sign of how tired I am and I have learned to do the "important" things while I'm energetic as my craft/writing/down time isn't "necessary" yet and I'm always willing and excited to do them as they are me time. I also tell myself that in a few years when the kids are older I'll have all the time in the world, but right now they are my priority
Thanks for the video. I hear the IMP (imposter syndrome) in the voices of my parents, even after so much therapy. Learning not to listen to it was the best mental health leap I ever made.
Thank you for making this video. I too am a survivor of a violent attack in my twenties. When you talked about resistance and meditating "I am safe" that really hit me. I put off things that I really want to do and have planned for and I always chalk it up to procrastinating, but maybe it's more. Maybe I feel unsafe for reasons I've yet to understand. I'm going to take your lead and start my own meditation on feeling safe. Thank you!!
I absolutely love this I work so hard with my writing, several hours a day, and expect that quantum leap. At the same time I’m loving the journey. It’s a weird combination. Celebrating every success will help with this!
The resistance is real! I just keep saying, "why am I like this?" I'm so frustrated. I like the "Think Big. Plan Small." idea. I think I can implement that. Love you Sarra!💜💜💜
Be Your Own Cheerleader - it is so easy for me to help others and yet I struggle on being a cheerleader to myself. Also, the questioning resistance? That's life changing too and I think it'll be most helpful when I'm trying to write but keep on coming up to a block.
Reading the comments, I’d say resistance is the source of all the other obstacles. For example, expecting to quantum leap is a subtle form of resistance. Excellent video and insights, thank you.
All of this basically resonated with me! I know that I have something bigger that I'm supposed to be doing but that resistance is everywhere! I want to lose weight...resistance. I want to finally finish this book...resistance. I think the thing that I need to work on most, is the negative self-talk. Instead of being my loudest cheerleader, I've become my biggest critic! Without going into a ton of detail, I have lived in a broken, loveless, and sometime abusive marriage that has changed how I see myself. Even though logically I KNOW that I am capable and enough, there's a disconnect between my head and my heart. I know I need to be cheering myself on, but it is not easy my friend!
When you spoke about criticism I had to go find this quote it reminded me of. “Theodore Roosevelt’s powerful quote from his 1910 ‘Man in the Arena” speech: It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly;…who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly.’” Brené Brown, Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.
For me, the one that resonated was about finding a middle way between a single atomic habit and the full, perfect routine. I definitely need something big enough to give me some impetus, otherwise it doesn't feel like I'm making a change at all and it's too easy to slide back into bad habits.
Yes to the Resistence point! Learned this a lot in CBT and had to train myself to listen to it instead of trying to fit my square peg into a round hole
Oh wow! Sarra, this hit me hard! Especially 4 and 5... I have major resistance with my writing and I never considered changing that perspective. Cheering myself on is one of the most difficult things for me at the moment. I think I forgot how to along the way. Thanks for this, Sarra!! I really needed it! ❤
Thank you, Sarra... 💜 So many amazing (and timely) takeaways... "Meet yourself right where you are and start making small changes to become the person that you want to be, but to understand that you are great as you are..." ~ Sarra Cannon (approx. 03:49)
I can totally relate to resistance. Thank you for sharing and giving me idea of just acknowledging resistance and talking to it lol I think is going to help me see it differently and overcoming it
Thank you for being so open and vulnerable with us! Trauma can really mess with so many aspects of our lives. I sometimes think that success is so scary for some of us that we subconsciously resist it, or even resist doing what we want to do because it doesn't feel like we deserve to do it, in a way.
I think the way you handled the resistance of the treadmill was what resonated with me the most. I am a huge procrastinator even though I know what I have to do to change, I still resist those changes.
I never thought to analyze why I resist some of my planning decisions. I always branded myself as lazy and let things go. Your insights into the importance of discovering the root of my resistance really got me thinking. Thank you for this and all your videos, particularly in relation to the struggles of being a writer.
Excellent content...Thank you for addressing resistance and sharing your own journey. Many of us are learning how to navigate healing, and it's empowering to know we are not alone. We can support and encourage each other! Blessings!
I did not know how much I needed this video today! This was amazing. Everything you said spoke to my very heart and soul. This could have been me reflecting on my life in so many ways. The wow for me was Pay Attention to Resistance. I am aware of the things I resist but I tend to ignore it. This is something I am going to start implementing in my life now. Thank you again Sarra. 💖💖
Oh wow. Huge breakthrough with getting in the treadmill and realizing there needed to be a mindshift prior to getting on. I think I need to do this before exercising as well as I used to exercise to escape and numb myself and it’s like I’m avoiding exercising because I don’t want to slip back into that habit. Thanks for sharing. This has helped a lot.
Thanks for this. I resonated most with number 4. There are areas in my life that just stop me cold, no amount of planning gets me through them, I just can't get past the resistance. And maybe I just need to cut myself some slack and lean into the why, listen to what the resistance is trying to tell me and be kind to myself (number 5). I really do think understanding is the first step toward real movement.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you, Sarra! I really needed these reminders. I've taken HB90 (fantastic) and I'm currently in P&T (fabulous), but sometimes I get so caught up in moving forward that I forget these basics. Being my own biggest cheerleader resonated with me the most because my internal critic is huge. I have many cheerleaders in my life and sometimes I want them to be quiet because I fear I won't live up to what they think I can do - that's my inner critic talking. I'll work on being my own cheerleader. Thank you again!
I loved Pay Attention to Resistance because that is huge. Why do we resist certain things? Well, pay attention and ask yourself. Thank you so much for sharing.
Funny thing, during my coaching session with Terry from the better faster academy I had a epiphany why I had so much resistance for my writing. Conscious I wanna finish a novel, publish it and become a bestselling author but unconscious my brain has been trained by all the negative comments I had growing up. You never finish anything, you don’t know what you want in live, I heard it on a daily level. So in the back of my mind there is no value for me to finish a novel, thus I never do. I need to start saying to myself ‘how can we make a great and compelling story from the beginning to the end’ instead of ‘I need to finish this.’ Resistance is a real and deep feeling for me
Focusing on my resistance was the biggest tip that resonated with me. I have so much trauma to work through along with severe depression for over 2 years now and I think this one alone once I start working on it, will move mountains for me. And I hear you with the negative self talk. I'm working on doing that less.
So much deep and personal sharing, thankyou so much for sharing your journey and insights! As I watched I took the opportunity to reflect on my own times of change and growth, resistance and overcoming. One of the best ways I level-up is by documenting the process in order to help an imaginary 'someone else' who is facing the same challenge ... usually my idea reader if it's for a social media post or a non-fiction book. I've had a break from writing to focus on my art, and would really like to ease back into it so I can start finishing some of those books and get them into the hands & hearts they were created for.
Absolutely the resistance... I have so much to learn from this. And I just want to say how much that dress, that red, suits you! You are glowing today. 🙏
I too have been resisting starting on my exercise and yoga routine and what you said makes so much sense. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I really needed to watch this today. The universe was listening when I asked for guidance . ❤
I love this so much! This is sooo helpful and so much more valuable than these fake hustle culture videos that try to tell you that you should wake up at 4 am every morning and eat an egg before hustling all day long. We need to set attainable goals that allow us to still enjoy life and keep our passion while we’re working towards our goals and you did a wonderful job of explaining that ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. I truly relate to it and it helped me a lot! I needed to listen to it because I've been struggling with depression and I'm in the middle of a healing process from childhood abuse. It is so difficult to give the next step in the morning. I need to finish the book I put aside since last year, but sometimes I don't find the strength to do so. But I know I can do it! I know I can overcome my fears and insecurities. Thank you, Sarra!!! God bless you. 🌺✨
What a great video! And something I needed to watch today. Several things resonated with me. Paying attention to your resistance. I don't ever do this. I just assume there's something wrong with me or I'm not good enough or worthy. From now on I'm going to pay more attention and explore why I'm resistant. The other thing that resonated was being your own cheerleader. I hate to admit it, and as much as I tell myself I don't care, what other people think of me (and their criticism) has influenced a lot of life choices for me. Believing in myself and my ability to achieve my dreams is something I will be actively working on. Thanks again for your great advice and words of wisdom, Sarra!
Thank you Sarra 💛 you are such a light and a beautiful soul! I resonated so much with the concept of not expecting yourself to ‘Quantum Leap’ into the next level version of yourself. It really hit me between the eyes because I put so many high and unrealistic expectations on myself so often and I quit before I truly begin or I talk myself out of what I am doing and I’ve found it so tough to trust myself again. I feel so encouraged by your tips and your message and I’m going to try and apply them to my life and break down my goals into manageable bite sized steps. 🤗
I'm terrible for expecting myself to quantum leap. I followed the HB90 system on my own this quarter, and while I've made a tonne of progress, I didn't make a single dent in my personal goal, which revolved around health and household stuff. The resistance is out of control. So, I'll be joining you for HB90 this round, and maybe try a quantum shuffle 😆
Part of my writing routine is to journal about what I really want, what resistance am I feeling, and what I can do TODAY. It has been such a wonderful practice to notice these things and think through them before I work on my novel.
This was just what I needed today! I've been struggling with my morning routine as well! I'm going to sit down & come up with my 'ideal' morning routine & see what I can start to try! Thanks for the inspo!
Getting a routine as there's still that wanting to "Quantim Leap" it as all of sudden, it has happened. There is also needing to work on the small steps to get to the larger picture. Just watching/listening to this video has been good too.
I feel honored to have heard this perspective. That you shared this carefully and clearly given advise to ... Me. I am filled with tiers of pain yet so much positivity and hope for dreaming. I haven't dared to dream big, because I'd knew I'd give up within the first few days. I want to make it a dream to watch this video every day so that I know in my heart this is possible. I dare not dream bigger as of now, for it is to scary............. Heartfelt appreciation, virtual hugs. ~*Shana... ***Stay beautiful.
Thank you so much for this video Sarra! The concept that resonated very strongly with me was to take small steps towards big dreams. Sometimes, goals can seem so overwhelming and impossible even when it’s something you really want (for me, my “Big Dream” is to finally write a novel after years and probably decades of procrastination). So, the idea of taking small steps is really helpful for me. Also, stopping the negative self-talk!!
The end of this video was very moving for me. I resonated with the resistance in the getting up early. I often struggle between spending free time writing or exercising. I know I need the second one to feel better, but I feel as though I value sharpening my writing more. This, I think, prevents me from committing to that new morning routine of working out first. Because it takes away time I could spend writing. Then because of that resistance I do neither lol but small steps. I am going to work on this. Thank you!
Thank you! I totally agree about the Quantum Leap part. I feel like I've accomplished a lot recently, but haven't had the energy to maintain that these past few weeks but I hadn't really looked back at how hard I've been working. And just to add to the resistance tip, I prefer to journal about what I've been avoiding doing because that's just the way I process things. I've really improved how much I write each week by just writing down how I feel about writing that day before I start. I usually write a few sentences after I write as well. It helps to see a track record so I know what's normal for me and when I should just take a break for the day. Sometimes I don't want to write because I just "don't feel like it" and sometimes I'm actually too tired or stuck and I need to reevaluate.
Thanks so much for these words of support. It’s come just at the right time for me! X I think resistance has been my biggest hurdle. I tend to experience a great deal of self doubt in my ability to finish my novel and then I give myself so many reasons to give it up. I’ve decided that no matter how low I may feel that the worst thing I can do is not give myself a chance.
This was awesome! I work for a LMFT who does a podcast and he is always saying we resist doing things because our brains are “no kill” devices. They put thoughts into our heads so we won’t do the new or unfamiliar thing that it (the brain) is not certain of - it likes to keep us in habits that it knows. He’s always saying when you have one of those thoughts to not go or do or about yourself to just say “that’s an interesting thought” and move on into what you are learning or doing that is new. Just thought I’d share - thanks for this message- right on point ! Noelle
Lately I feel like you have weird talent to cover just the right topics that are really reasonating with my life currently meaning that I feel like they are answers to my questions to universe. Keep up the good work and thanks Sarra 💜
RESISTANCE is my #1 tied with procrastination! I am still trying to figure out what is causing it all. I am hoping to take your HB90 course - I am resisting bc I’m afraid of my follow through…. I know I have to get out of my own head! Thanks for this video - it came just when I needed these reminders! 💖
Sarra, this came at a much needed time in my life. I have watched your smile grow over the last few weeks, and I was so happy for you, to have finally found some peace. But I find myself in the middle of the storm right now, and am thankful that you shared what has been helping you. I will try it…one step at a time. If I can’t take one step, I’ll crawl through it, but I will find my way through to the other side. Thank you again 🥰
Just thought I would mention that your makeup and nails seemed super on-point today. Loved them! And thanks for the tips! They really rang true for me :)
Oh my gosh, thank you so much for today’s video. You know I’m all about making friends with my resistance - loved your take on that. Today’s reminders to allow myself time and space to practice leaping and practice being my own biggest cheerleader were spot on! I’m in the middle of the biggest and most difficult transitions of my life, doubting that I’m going to be okay, and participating in your classes (even on the periphery sometimes) has been an unexpected spice of support. Thank you for showing up.
hi :) i just want to say that there is something calming and positive in you and i really like to watch your videos, they are like cooling ointment for burns, i feel better after watching :) also, i wish you all the best with your new writing project, take all the time you need and take care of yourself :)
God, Sarra, thank you so much for this video! It came exactly at the right time for me! Honestly, I can not thank you enough! You are amazing!! Thank you for being there! Wishing you peace, freedem, love and light!
You are such a gift to this community! I resonated with the part about being your biggest cheerleader. It all goes back to pouring into yourself so you can be the best version of yourself for you and those around you. Keep doing what you’re doing and thank you for this video! ❤️❤️
Thanks so much for watching! Which one of these resonated most with you? Don't forget, Double Down Day this weekend in the HBWC, Q4 planners are up on ETsy, and HB90 starts soon! Can't wait!
I love THE WAR OF ART. Such a great recommendation. It's been a joy following your journey, Sarra. Keep doing what you're doing. You're just lovely. (Also, if I could recommend a book to you, I think you'd like THE HIDDEN MESSAGES IN WATER. I won't explain it. It's a little gift of a book and it'll forever change your self-talk. 💞
P.S. You were great on Rachael Herron's podcast. She is a gem of a human. It helps to hold those people close.
Wow! This is the perfect sum of everything I’ve learned the last 2 years about self-love and improvement, identity shifting, following your calling, the power of will and magic, manifestation, alignment… building the life of your dreams step by step and day by day.
I really struggled with depression since the pandemic and have appreciated your wisdom and support as a new author. Thank you as always. I’m in the indie author course and definitely recommend it! -Schuyler Windham
I think you are amazing Sarra! You really inspire me. ✨️
I always keep in mind that 10% of people are going to be unhappy no matter what. No matter what. So I expect some negativity and just ignore it. Maybe also ask whether the treadmill is what is right for you at this time. What body movement would feel good and safe? Gentle stretching? Dancing to music? Maybe find something more fun or rewarding. It may even be different every morning. Such a wonderful video. Thank you.
Ha! Last week I started to get up a half hour earlier to begin my day on a positive note so this vlog is ironic timing. I've put on several pounds since going back to work after taking off the weight and being healthy for a while. I knew I was putting on the weight eating the wrong things and amounts and kept doing it while wondering what my problem was. It was almost like I was ruining my good habits on purpose which made no sense. I saw another video of your's where you mentioned self sabotage and it was the name I needed to label my behavior. Having the name made it click for me and I have thought about why ever sense. Why would someone do that to themselves? Last week, I decided to work on emotional me and see how it goes. I get up a half hour before I need to get ready for the day and I listen to positive affirmations while I stretch. Then I journal positive affirmations about how I want my day to go. I thought I would have to make myself get up. But I found I looked forward to this time almost immediately. Things that used to bother me aren't that big of a deal. I have more patience. (I work with teens and younger kids all day so this is a big deal. LOL) I go home feeling more energetic and I'm still in a good mood. Crappy things still slow me down, but I deal with them better and move on. I'm so with you on all of what you're saying.
You are perfect as you are. You do not have to explain anything to anyone about your life. You bring us advice and you share your life with us practically every day on RUclips and an Instagram. You allow us to share your experiences your thoughts your expertise and we get to grow from it. We are thankful to you for sharing your insights as well as your expertise and your life with those of us who truly appreciate you. Don’t listen to negativity from others know that you are making a difference for the rest of us. Thank you so much and many blessings continued for you and your family.❤️❤️❤️
You are a beautiful woman. Please do not let people that do not have a life, to interrupt yours. I know that being on this platform people feel that they have the right to make comments, don't listen. You are blessed. You have helped and will continue to help, many people. I love and respect you. You are the first person that I started watching. I love to read and feel that I have a few books in me. (smile). Anyway, never put yourself down. If you get negative comments, delete them. Do not even respond it is their problem not yours. I will stop now, but keep being who you are. Have a blessed day!
All of it! So much of what you share resonates! Be Your Own Cheerleader is something I'm learning to do...cheering my WOP and allowing grace for taking longer to reach my writing goals.
Like you shared, no one knows what I've gone through to get here. While raising a family and overcoming a traumatic event, I can still confidentiality state, --Look how far I've come. I continue to believe in myself and the journey to moving from an aspiring author to a published one.
Sarra, YOU are my Brené Brown
of the Author World! Your vulnerability and truth connects, awakens, inspires and delivers... immensely. My whole life and approach around my series has shifted 100%. As a creative that loves writing, I can now have my cake and eat it!
Thank you for all the amazing videos you put out there for us and the invaluable and insatiable content. Love you to pieces.❤️
Love the tip about listening to your resistance. I never thought of it like this, only as something that needed to be controlled or managed. I think this will be super helpful. But the tip that resonated the most is the last one about being your own cheerleader. I’ve made so much more progress since I started to think like this and learn to listen to the voice that says “good job!” before the one that says “it could/should be better”.
I needed this. I am definitely struggling with the Quantum Leap part. I was raised to be a perfectionist and "just do it". That's so not sustainable. Learning to take baby steps is hard, but worth it. Thank you for being a huge inspiration, Sarra 💜
Wow! This really hit home. Sometimes I get so lost in the criticism, failures, and resistance that I forget others struggle with the same issues. I never thought of exploring my resistance instead of being ashamed about it. Thank you for sharing this.
I always say "She just gets it" and this video proves it. Thank you for this.
Oh resistance in all its forms! I resist what I know works for me. Why?! I think it comes down to the self care/self love aspect. Thankfully my husband is great at reminding me what proven methods work to break me out of a negative spiral ( get outside, play a fun video game, etc) Being my own cheerleader is my biggest battle right now. And feeling worthy of that love and support. I have gotten better at creating a fulfilling morning routine to set my day up for success and it’s so interesting about you removing the treadmill from your routine to help you get out of bed!
Resistance. I’m always fighting with myself, maybe it’s time to listen.
I'm still working on the negative self talk too. Those phrases are my go-to when I mess up or don't get as much done as I feel like I should.
I agree, they are coming to you from their own lives, their own struggles and journey's and THAT is neither right nor wrong, but it is WRONG for someone to criticize you (or anyone) when they DON'T know the other person's story, their struggle. Because if the roles were reversed, THEY'D want compassion, not criticism.
I've recently found out this year I began menopause and - joy of joys - in the midst of a midlife crisis, as well. Yep, women have them, too. I'm getting a double whammy. So, this video came at a perfect time. I've been feeling the clock bearing down on me, to begin with, but now it's out of realistic proportions and I'm having to do a lot of self-therapy and self-discovery.
Dear Sarra, I just love you. That is all ♥
Me too ♥️
This made me tear up for some reason! Thank you both!
That was really touching. I had those slow tears of strong, beautiful feelings. I have spent more than 20 years getting into my body to exercise and not be frightened to be a healthy attractive weight. I have had that resistance. I have had success but also had barriers that I could not cross. I want to be able to do certain things like do a pull-up or some ballet leaps but the by-product of those skills would push my body into being 'not just healthy' but 'sexually attractive' in a way that has a lot of resistance.
I have had to learn that sometimes resistance to do things is a sign of how tired I am and I have learned to do the "important" things while I'm energetic as my craft/writing/down time isn't "necessary" yet and I'm always willing and excited to do them as they are me time. I also tell myself that in a few years when the kids are older I'll have all the time in the world, but right now they are my priority
Thanks for the video.
I hear the IMP (imposter syndrome) in the voices of my parents, even after so much therapy.
Learning not to listen to it was the best mental health leap I ever made.
Good for you for doing that work. I know it isn’t it easy!
Thank you for making this video. I too am a survivor of a violent attack in my twenties. When you talked about resistance and meditating "I am safe" that really hit me. I put off things that I really want to do and have planned for and I always chalk it up to procrastinating, but maybe it's more. Maybe I feel unsafe for reasons I've yet to understand. I'm going to take your lead and start my own meditation on feeling safe. Thank you!!
Sending love to you, Kim.
I absolutely love this I work so hard with my writing, several hours a day, and expect that quantum leap. At the same time I’m loving the journey. It’s a weird combination. Celebrating every success will help with this!
You are a strong, powerful woman; thank you for sharing your wisdom with us.
Resonate 100%! Learnt these things myself through a hard journey too. It’s all so true n so important ❤️❤️❤️
The resistance is real! I just keep saying, "why am I like this?" I'm so frustrated. I like the "Think Big. Plan Small." idea. I think I can implement that. Love you Sarra!💜💜💜
I feel this! Like "What's wrong with me?" except there's nothing wrong! We're not flawed or "bad". We're just still growing.
Be Your Own Cheerleader - it is so easy for me to help others and yet I struggle on being a cheerleader to myself. Also, the questioning resistance? That's life changing too and I think it'll be most helpful when I'm trying to write but keep on coming up to a block.
Reading the comments, I’d say resistance is the source of all the other obstacles. For example, expecting to quantum leap is a subtle form of resistance. Excellent video and insights, thank you.
Oh! YOu are so right about that. Thank you for that perspective!
All of this basically resonated with me! I know that I have something bigger that I'm supposed to be doing but that resistance is everywhere! I want to lose weight...resistance. I want to finally finish this book...resistance. I think the thing that I need to work on most, is the negative self-talk. Instead of being my loudest cheerleader, I've become my biggest critic! Without going into a ton of detail, I have lived in a broken, loveless, and sometime abusive marriage that has changed how I see myself. Even though logically I KNOW that I am capable and enough, there's a disconnect between my head and my heart. I know I need to be cheering myself on, but it is not easy my friend!
When you spoke about criticism I had to go find this quote it reminded me of.
“Theodore Roosevelt’s powerful quote from his 1910 ‘Man in the Arena” speech: It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly;…who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly.’”
Brené Brown, Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.
For me, the one that resonated was about finding a middle way between a single atomic habit and the full, perfect routine. I definitely need something big enough to give me some impetus, otherwise it doesn't feel like I'm making a change at all and it's too easy to slide back into bad habits.
Yes to the Resistence point! Learned this a lot in CBT and had to train myself to listen to it instead of trying to fit my square peg into a round hole
Oh wow! Sarra, this hit me hard! Especially 4 and 5... I have major resistance with my writing and I never considered changing that perspective. Cheering myself on is one of the most difficult things for me at the moment. I think I forgot how to along the way. Thanks for this, Sarra!! I really needed it! ❤
Excited for you to experience the class and go on this journey! Good things ahead for you!
Being your own cheerleader! Yep need to get healthy! Thank you!
Thank you, Sarra... 💜 So many amazing (and timely) takeaways...
"Meet yourself right where you are and start making small changes to become the person that you want to be, but to understand that you are great as you are..." ~ Sarra Cannon (approx. 03:49)
Hi ! You make me realise why I have so much troubles with my own body. Thanks so much ! For everything. Kisses from France.
Sending you so much love right now.
I can totally relate to resistance. Thank you for sharing and giving me idea of just acknowledging resistance and talking to it lol I think is going to help me see it differently and overcoming it
Thank you for being so open and vulnerable with us! Trauma can really mess with so many aspects of our lives. I sometimes think that success is so scary for some of us that we subconsciously resist it, or even resist doing what we want to do because it doesn't feel like we deserve to do it, in a way.
I think the way you handled the resistance of the treadmill was what resonated with me the most. I am a huge procrastinator even though I know what I have to do to change, I still resist those changes.
I never thought to analyze why I resist some of my planning decisions. I always branded myself as lazy and let things go. Your insights into the importance of discovering the root of my resistance really got me thinking. Thank you for this and all your videos, particularly in relation to the struggles of being a writer.
Excellent content...Thank you for addressing resistance and sharing your own journey. Many of us are learning how to navigate healing, and it's empowering to know we are not alone. We can support and encourage each other! Blessings!
I'm totally going for the treadmill in the morning. Thank you so much for such brutally honest positivity. Made my week!
I did not know how much I needed this video today! This was amazing. Everything you said spoke to my very heart and soul. This could have been me reflecting on my life in so many ways. The wow for me was Pay Attention to Resistance. I am aware of the things I resist but I tend to ignore it. This is something I am going to start implementing in my life now. Thank you again Sarra. 💖💖
Oh wow. Huge breakthrough with getting in the treadmill and realizing there needed to be a mindshift prior to getting on. I think I need to do this before exercising as well as I used to exercise to escape and numb myself and it’s like I’m avoiding exercising because I don’t want to slip back into that habit. Thanks for sharing. This has helped a lot.
Expecting quantum leaps is totally me! Something to work on for sure. Thank you for this!!
Thanks for this. I resonated most with number 4. There are areas in my life that just stop me cold, no amount of planning gets me through them, I just can't get past the resistance. And maybe I just need to cut myself some slack and lean into the why, listen to what the resistance is trying to tell me and be kind to myself (number 5). I really do think understanding is the first step toward real movement.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you, Sarra! I really needed these reminders. I've taken HB90 (fantastic) and I'm currently in P&T (fabulous), but sometimes I get so caught up in moving forward that I forget these basics. Being my own biggest cheerleader resonated with me the most because my internal critic is huge. I have many cheerleaders in my life and sometimes I want them to be quiet because I fear I won't live up to what they think I can do - that's my inner critic talking. I'll work on being my own cheerleader. Thank you again!
I loved Pay Attention to Resistance because that is huge. Why do we resist certain things? Well, pay attention and ask yourself. Thank you so much for sharing.
I really want to thank you for this video. I've watched it several times now, and every time I gain strength and insight from it.
Thank you so much Grace!
Funny thing, during my coaching session with Terry from the better faster academy I had a epiphany why I had so much resistance for my writing. Conscious I wanna finish a novel, publish it and become a bestselling author but unconscious my brain has been trained by all the negative comments I had growing up. You never finish anything, you don’t know what you want in live, I heard it on a daily level. So in the back of my mind there is no value for me to finish a novel, thus I never do. I need to start saying to myself ‘how can we make a great and compelling story from the beginning to the end’ instead of ‘I need to finish this.’ Resistance is a real and deep feeling for me
Focusing on my resistance was the biggest tip that resonated with me. I have so much trauma to work through along with severe depression for over 2 years now and I think this one alone once I start working on it, will move mountains for me. And I hear you with the negative self talk. I'm working on doing that less.
So much deep and personal sharing, thankyou so much for sharing your journey and insights! As I watched I took the opportunity to reflect on my own times of change and growth, resistance and overcoming. One of the best ways I level-up is by documenting the process in order to help an imaginary 'someone else' who is facing the same challenge ... usually my idea reader if it's for a social media post or a non-fiction book. I've had a break from writing to focus on my art, and would really like to ease back into it so I can start finishing some of those books and get them into the hands & hearts they were created for.
Resistance, resistance, resistance!!
Brilliant, Sarra. Thank you so much for this.
Absolutely the resistance... I have so much to learn from this. And I just want to say how much that dress, that red, suits you! You are glowing today. 🙏
I too have been resisting starting on my exercise and yoga routine and what you said makes so much sense. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I really needed to watch this today. The universe was listening when I asked for guidance . ❤
I love this so much! This is sooo helpful and so much more valuable than these fake hustle culture videos that try to tell you that you should wake up at 4 am every morning and eat an egg before hustling all day long.
We need to set attainable goals that allow us to still enjoy life and keep our passion while we’re working towards our goals and you did a wonderful job of explaining that ❤️
Congratulations! I love your dialog of encouragement, to us, but also to yourself. You got this. 🎉
All of these points resonate strongly. Thank you for posting, ❤️
I loved this video so much!! Just what I needed to hear!
Thank you Laken!
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. I truly relate to it and it helped me a lot! I needed to listen to it because I've been struggling with depression and I'm in the middle of a healing process from childhood abuse. It is so difficult to give the next step in the morning.
I need to finish the book I put aside since last year, but sometimes I don't find the strength to do so.
But I know I can do it! I know I can overcome my fears and insecurities.
Thank you, Sarra!!!
God bless you.
🌺✨
Thinking of you Josephine. You're not alone!
You are absolutely gorgeous inside and out. I never feel compelled to write a comment...but you NAILED it. Keep going! You were meant to do this.
What a great video! And something I needed to watch today. Several things resonated with me. Paying attention to your resistance. I don't ever do this. I just assume there's something wrong with me or I'm not good enough or worthy. From now on I'm going to pay more attention and explore why I'm resistant. The other thing that resonated was being your own cheerleader. I hate to admit it, and as much as I tell myself I don't care, what other people think of me (and their criticism) has influenced a lot of life choices for me. Believing in myself and my ability to achieve my dreams is something I will be actively working on. Thanks again for your great advice and words of wisdom, Sarra!
Love 😊 Thanks for this!!
As fate and magical timing would have it, once again, this was exactly what I needed! 💚 thank you!!!
So glad to hear it!
Thank you Sarra 💛 you are such a light and a beautiful soul! I resonated so much with the concept of not expecting yourself to ‘Quantum Leap’ into the next level version of yourself. It really hit me between the eyes because I put so many high and unrealistic expectations on myself so often and I quit before I truly begin or I talk myself out of what I am doing and I’ve found it so tough to trust myself again. I feel so encouraged by your tips and your message and I’m going to try and apply them to my life and break down my goals into manageable bite sized steps. 🤗
I'm terrible for expecting myself to quantum leap. I followed the HB90 system on my own this quarter, and while I've made a tonne of progress, I didn't make a single dent in my personal goal, which revolved around health and household stuff. The resistance is out of control. So, I'll be joining you for HB90 this round, and maybe try a quantum shuffle 😆
I was excited to see your name come up when you signed on! It's going to be a really good session!
Part of my writing routine is to journal about what I really want, what resistance am I feeling, and what I can do TODAY. It has been such a wonderful practice to notice these things and think through them before I work on my novel.
Love this!!
This was just what I needed today! I've been struggling with my morning routine as well!
I'm going to sit down & come up with my 'ideal' morning routine & see what I can start to try!
Thanks for the inspo!
This is truth for me today. Thank you. I will be watching and learning over and over.
Getting a routine as there's still that wanting to "Quantim Leap" it as all of sudden, it has happened. There is also needing to work on the small steps to get to the larger picture.
Just watching/listening to this video has been good too.
Thank you so much for talking about this. Needed it so much right now
Love this!!! You are beautiful, and the message of this video is perfect! Thank you!
I feel honored to have heard this perspective. That you shared this carefully and clearly given advise to ... Me. I am filled with tiers of pain yet so much positivity and hope for dreaming. I haven't dared to dream big, because I'd knew I'd give up within the first few days. I want to make it a dream to watch this video every day so that I know in my heart this is possible. I dare not dream bigger as of now, for it is to scary............. Heartfelt appreciation, virtual hugs. ~*Shana... ***Stay beautiful.
Thanks Sarra, I really needed this video today. Resistance is a constant battle.
It really is! We will not give up!
Thanks for the tips, I really need this ☺️
I just have to stay how much i love your background and how u organize everything!
Great list
Thank you so much for this video Sarra! The concept that resonated very strongly with me was to take small steps towards big dreams. Sometimes, goals can seem so overwhelming and impossible even when it’s something you really want (for me, my “Big Dream” is to finally write a novel after years and probably decades of procrastination). So, the idea of taking small steps is really helpful for me. Also, stopping the negative self-talk!!
The end of this video was very moving for me. I resonated with the resistance in the getting up early. I often struggle between spending free time writing or exercising. I know I need the second one to feel better, but I feel as though I value sharpening my writing more. This, I think, prevents me from committing to that new morning routine of working out first. Because it takes away time I could spend writing. Then because of that resistance I do neither lol but small steps. I am going to work on this. Thank you!
Thank you! I totally agree about the Quantum Leap part. I feel like I've accomplished a lot recently, but haven't had the energy to maintain that these past few weeks but I hadn't really looked back at how hard I've been working. And just to add to the resistance tip, I prefer to journal about what I've been avoiding doing because that's just the way I process things. I've really improved how much I write each week by just writing down how I feel about writing that day before I start. I usually write a few sentences after I write as well. It helps to see a track record so I know what's normal for me and when I should just take a break for the day. Sometimes I don't want to write because I just "don't feel like it" and sometimes I'm actually too tired or stuck and I need to reevaluate.
Wonderful food for thought! The "Pay attention to your resistance" one grabbed me - I can definitely explore with that one. Thanks so much!
Thanks so much for these words of support. It’s come just at the right time for me! X
I think resistance has been my biggest hurdle. I tend to experience a great deal of self doubt in my ability to finish my novel and then I give myself so many reasons to give it up.
I’ve decided that no matter how low I may feel that the worst thing I can do is not give myself a chance.
The best thing I learned in therapy was to treat my brain like a little toddler. The world is scary and hard! I need to be kind to myself.
It's always the right time to hear a supportive, encouraging message like this. Thank you, Sarra. ❤❤I needed it!
Absolutely love your videos, and this one was so inspiring.
Thank you for being such a supportive and inspirational to thousands of people , what a great person with a useful content
Thank you so much! I needed this video.
This was awesome! I work for a LMFT who does a podcast and he is always saying we resist doing things because our brains are “no kill” devices. They put thoughts into
our heads so we won’t do the new or unfamiliar thing that it (the brain) is not certain of - it likes to keep us in habits that it knows. He’s always saying when you have one of those thoughts to not go or do or about yourself to just say “that’s an interesting thought” and move on into what you are learning or doing that is new. Just thought I’d share - thanks for this message- right on point !
Noelle
That's such a great perspective! Thank you!
Lately I feel like you have weird talent to cover just the right topics that are really reasonating with my life currently meaning that I feel like they are answers to my questions to universe. Keep up the good work and thanks Sarra 💜
RESISTANCE is my #1 tied with procrastination! I am still trying to figure out what is causing it all. I am hoping to take your HB90 course - I am resisting bc I’m afraid of my follow through…. I know I have to get out of my own head! Thanks for this video - it came just when I needed these reminders! 💖
Just do it. It's a game changer
@@sallymonck5863 Thank you Sally!
Sarra, this came at a much needed time in my life. I have watched your smile grow over the last few weeks, and I was so happy for you, to have finally found some peace. But I find myself in the middle of the storm right now, and am thankful that you shared what has been helping you. I will try it…one step at a time. If I can’t take one step, I’ll crawl through it, but I will find my way through to the other side. Thank you again 🥰
So sorry to hear you're in that hard place. It won't last forever and you are going to be okay! Sending love!
I feel the same. Following her journey has opened my heart more. It's an act of generosity to share one's own growth.
Just thought I would mention that your makeup and nails seemed super on-point today. Loved them! And thanks for the tips! They really rang true for me :)
So good!
So needed!
Thank you!
Oh my gosh, thank you so much for today’s video. You know I’m all about making friends with my resistance - loved your take on that. Today’s reminders to allow myself time and space to practice leaping and practice being my own biggest cheerleader were spot on! I’m in the middle of the biggest and most difficult transitions of my life, doubting that I’m going to be okay, and participating in your classes (even on the periphery sometimes) has been an unexpected spice of support. Thank you for showing up.
hi :) i just want to say that there is something calming and positive in you and i really like to watch your videos, they are like cooling ointment for burns, i feel better after watching :)
also, i wish you all the best with your new writing project, take all the time you need and take care of yourself :)
God, Sarra, thank you so much for this video! It came exactly at the right time for me! Honestly, I can not thank you enough! You are amazing!! Thank you for being there! Wishing you peace, freedem, love and light!
Thank you Sarra for being so vulnerable with us. I am gonna journal about No. 4 tonight. 📝
Thank you Sarra for putting this video up. It came when I needed it the most. Thank you again.
Thank you, Sarra! I have a lot going on right now and really needed to hear this.
You are such a gift to this community! I resonated with the part about being your biggest cheerleader. It all goes back to pouring into yourself so you can be the best version of yourself for you and those around you. Keep doing what you’re doing and thank you for this video! ❤️❤️
This is so, so so good
and I really needed to hear this!
Thank you🦋❤️🙏
This is a brilliant video. All I can do is agree with everything, so wise. Much much love