Pursuing the difficult things and why it feels so gross

If there's an inkling that they'll fuel your soul, that's enough proof that the thing is worthwhile doing.

Whether that's starting a business, beginning a new hobby that's way outside your comfort zone, or sharing your thoughts and feelings on the internet like me right now.

Outside comfort zones

The thing carries a perceived risk - whether that's a chance you'll fail, or that you'll be judged for your ambition or actions.

The number one goal of our nervous systems is safety. You chasing your dreams - well that just isn't safe!

Therefore the more you want to do something, the more perceived danger our minds identify, and the stronger the feeling of discomfort gets.

Our minds are very convincing - they may be able to convince us we don't want to do that thing in the first place, stopping us from identifying our wants is a great way of preventing the perceived danger.