Overcoming the 'Why Bother' Loop: Practical Steps to Move Forward

In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome addresses the mental barriers that prevent people from taking necessary steps toward change. She explains how the thought 'It won't work anyway' is often a self-protection mechanism rooted in past pains and disappointments.

Laura then offers practical steps to overcome this mindset, including conducting a control check, choosing a keystone action, and breaking it into manageable steps. Listeners are encouraged to gather additional information and seek support to help them move forward. She emphasizes the importance of willingness to take small steps, even when hope feels risky. Laura concludes with a reminder that growth happens one step at a time and directs listeners to additional resources available in the show notes.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:07 Understanding Self-Protection
01:58 Real-Life Example
02:45 Protecting vs. Abandoning Yourself
03:29 Three Steps to Get Moving Again
06:54 Practical Tips for Overcoming Doubt
07:22 Recap and Encouragement
08:09 Conclusion and Resources

Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day: https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe

iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap

Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope: https://www.icope2hope.com

Move Beyond Adversity Blog: https://www.icope2hope.com/blog

Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge: https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter

Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB