We all have an inner critic, a voice inside. This part of us is a reflection of our fears.
Its purpose is to keep us safe, to protect us from harm, and to keep us cosy and comfortable.
It acts as our internal protector, and it loves what’s familiar… the way we’ve always been.
But when we challenge ourselves and begin to step outside of our comfort zones, this part of us can show up in various ways.
It might manifest as the nagging voice that says “you’re not good enough”, or insists that “if you try something new, you’ll fail.”
It may also present as resistance—laziness, inertia, or simply feeling stuck.
Have you ever started a journey of self-discovery or taken on a new project and felt like you were growing, only to suddenly feel pulled back into old habits?
That’s your inner resistance trying to drag you back to the status quo, where things feel safe and familiar.
But here’s the truth:
Growth doesn’t live in comfort.
It lives in the stretch zone—in the challenges we face and overcome.
So next time you feel yourself soar, only to land back with a bump, take comfort in knowing this:
You couldn’t fall back if you hadn’t risen in the first place.
Recognize that this resistance will pass.
Observe it. Reassure that fearful part of yourself that you’re OK.
Nourish every aspect of who you are.
Take action on things that challenge you again.
And get ready to meet your next stage of growth.
I’m curious—have you experienced this?
How have you overcome it?
Ani x