Episode 38: Escaping the Now: Why We Struggle to Be Present

What if the key to mindfulness isn’t just being present—but understanding why we’re constantly trying to escape it?

In this episode, we unpack the hidden emotional layers that make presence feel so difficult, and how healing unresolved emotions is the true path to embracing The Power of Now.

Many people struggle with mindfulness, not because they can’t focus, but because their subconscious is wired to avoid discomfort.

Inspired by The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle, this episode dives deep into the psychological, somatic, and spiritual reasons why sitting with our thoughts can feel unbearable.

We’ll explore:

- Why our brain is wired for survival, not peace

- How unresolved emotions from childhood drive our behavior

- The role of trauma in shaping our nervous system responses

- The power of somatic healing, breathwork, and self-awareness in breaking free

- How to discern between reacting from a wound vs. responding from worth Join me as we navigate the delicate balance between emotional healing and spiritual presence.

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