Podcast Transcript – Extraordinary Purpose Podcast
Episode: Overcoming Resistance and the Power of Following Through
Intro
Welcome to the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, where we explore some of the truly difficult questions and challenges that parents and their families face every day. Whether it’s the painful process of parenting teens and young adults, navigating relationships with your partner and children, or discovering your own purpose, we bring heartfelt and vulnerable conversations to support and empower you.
Our mission is to help you create a lifestyle full of love, passion, adventure, and influence. Here we go!
Chris: Hey guys, welcome back to the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast with Erin and Chris. What’s going on? I’m Chris and as usual, sitting—not beside me, actually in another room—but the absolutely incredible action taker, Erin Vertus. What’s up, Erin?
Erin: Hey babe. What’s going on?
Chris: Not much. So why don’t we get right into it? Because today’s topic is actually relevant to everybody’s life. No matter if you’re a parent, a young adult, or even 90 years old, this one’s going to serve you. Erin, do you want to share today’s topic?
Erin: Today we’re talking about overcoming resistance and why it can change your life, your health, your emotional state—everything. When you learn the art of overcoming resistance and understand how it impacts you, you unlock real transformation.
--- The Topic: Overcoming Resistance ---
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--- How Resistance Shows Up ---
Erin: Resistance isn’t just about the “big things.” It shows up when you want to go back to the gym, spend more time with your child, or eat healthier. It shows up as inner dialogue: “I tried this before and it didn’t work” or “I’ll never follow through.”
Chris: For me, resistance often takes the form of limiting beliefs. Even though I know who I am and what I’m capable of, when I’m stepping into something bigger, scary, and new, those beliefs creep in.
Erin: Exactly. Resistance is normal. But we have to learn to notice it, check in with ourselves, and then take action anyway.
--- The Tools: Checking In, Box Breathing, and the 5-Second Rule ---
Chris: One of the rituals we always teach is checking in. Before you start something important, slow down. Ask yourself: What am I thinking? What am I feeling? What’s going on inside me?
Erin: A great way to ground yourself is with box breathing: inhale for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4, rest for 4. Repeat a few times. It detaches you from fear, exhaustion, or excuses—and gives you the space to act.
Chris: Then comes action. That’s where Mel Robbins’ 5-Second Rule comes in: count backward—5, 4, 3, 2, 1—and then just do it. Start the run. Open the homework. Record the video. The longer you wait, the more resistance wins.
--- Real-Life Examples ---
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Closing & Call to Action
We are so thankful for you and your beautiful family. We hope today’s episode brought you hope, inspiration, and most importantly, a path forward.
👉 If you’re interested in helping your teen or young adult grow in confidence, purpose, and resilience—or if you’re a parent ready to reconnect with yourself—schedule a free discovery call with us today: https://calendly.com/extraordinarypurpose/young-adult-discovery-call
Our mission is to help as many families as possible find their purpose. That starts with you.
See you in the next episode, friends!
