Avoidance vs. Approach Cycles

1 min. readlast update: 01.24.2025

All learning and growth requires pushing through the short-term discomfort that comes with new experiences. Avoiding that discomfort gives short-term relief with long-term consequences.

Approaching the experience in service of our goals means short-term discomfort with long-term gains.

Let's work through the situation you currently have a habit of avoiding and consider how approaching may serve you. 

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