What if I know what to do but can't get myself to do it?

Episode Description

In this episode of What If? For Authors, Claire tackles a common question for writers: what if I know what to do but just can’t get myself to do it?

Whether you're struggling to finish a book series, start a new project, or make a business decision, the problem might not be a lack of discipline or motivation.

Claire explores the deeper reasons we resist taking action, from following advice that doesn't actually align with our needs to holding onto projects we've outgrown, lacking essential resources, or confronting fears that make moving forward feel unsafe.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• Why the thing you think you should do might not actually be right for you

• How holding onto old projects and expectations can prevent new opportunities

• Why letting go of a creative dream sometimes requires a period of grief

• How limited time, energy, money, or emotional support can create legitimate barriers to action

• What the window of tolerance is and how it affects your ability to handle discomfort

• The difference between healthy discomfort, hyperarousal, and hypoarousal

• How each Enneagram type can identify its particular patterns of avoidance, resistance, and fear

• When support from a friend, coach, or therapist might help you move forward

Resources Mentioned

• Sustain Your Author Career
  https://books2read.com/SYAC

• Liberated Writer (Coaching & Courses)
  liberatedwriter.com

• Liberated Writer Substack
  liberatedwriter.substack.com

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Happy writing!