How to Overcome Resistance & Get Stuff Done
Even When ADHD, Anxiety & Rebellion Kick In
Why You Struggle to Take Action (And How to Break Free)
Ever feel like an invisible force field is blocking you from even the simplest tasks? Whether it’s tackling an overdue work project or just doing the dishes, the resistance can feel overwhelming.
This isn’t just procrastination—it could be what some call Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), but let’s reframe that as Persistent Desire for Autonomy (because let’s be real, you don’t like being told what to do).
The good news? You don’t have to fight this resistance—you can turn it into Purpose-Driven Action.
Why You Resist Certain Tasks
Resistance isn’t just about avoiding work. It’s about what that task represents.
Old Thinking: "This feels like an obligation, so I shut down because that’s just how my brain works."
New Thinking: "I’m resisting because this task forces me to step into a new identity where I am visible, valuable, and accountable for my success."
Your brain isn’t avoiding the task itself—it’s avoiding what you think the task means. Past experiences may have linked meeting expectations with control, punishment, or loss of autonomy. Resistance is your brain’s way of protecting you from the unknown.
How to Turn Resistance into Action
Instead of forcing yourself to push through resistance, what if you redefined it?
Own the Resistance – Acknowledge it instead of fighting it.
“I feel resistance because this task is tied to an old identity. I choose to do this for myself.”
Shift the Narrative – Replace “I have to” with “I get to.”
“I get to do this because it builds the future I actually want.”
Make It a Choice, Not a Demand – Ask yourself:
“Do I want to move toward growth and freedom or stay stuck in avoidance?”
Making Everyday Tasks Work for Your Brain
You’re not avoiding the task itself—you’re avoiding what it forces you to acknowledge.
Examples of Task Resistance & Reframing
The Key Question to Break Free
"What would it mean if I just did this? What identity or reality am I avoiding?"
Once you pinpoint that, you can reframe tasks to work with your brain instead of against it.
The Freedom to Choose
At every moment, you are moving toward something. The real question is:
"Am I doing this because I have to, or because I want to create a better environment for myself?"
The moment you reclaim the choice, resistance loses its grip.
Quick Resistance Disruptor (For When You’re Stuck)
Pause – "What does this task actually represent?"
Reframe – "How can I turn this into a choice instead of an obligation?"
Micro-Adjust – "What’s the smallest version of this I can start right now?"
Execute & Celebrate – "This is proof that I act for myself, not for validation."
Try this the next time you hit resistance—whether it’s launching your dream project or just doing the dishes.
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