Knowing Is Less Than Half The Battle

About this episode

Cecelia discusses the gap between awareness and action, focusing on why high-achieving women struggle to make progress despite having knowledge.

You already know what to do, but you’re still not doing it. Sound familiar? In this episode, Cecelia explains the frustrating gap between awareness and action, and why more information isn’t the answer. If you’ve ever wondered why you're not making progress despite all the books, podcasts, and insights you’ve gathered, it’s likely your nervous system (not your willpower) that’s in charge. This conversation explores what’s really keeping high-achieving women stuck and how to stop blaming yourself and start working with your body and beliefs instead. Episode Resources: Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk The 5-minute shift The Life Lab The Life Series 1:1 Coaching Let’s work together Mentioned in this episode: The 5-Minute Shift Mini Course Learn more about The 5-Minute Shift mini course, a brain-based approach to feeling better now. It’s on sale for $29! The 5-Minute Shift Mini Course

People in this episode

Host: Cecelia Mandryk

Topics covered

• awareness vs action
• nervous system
• high-achieving women
• self-blame
• body and beliefs

Keywords

• awareness
• action
• nervous system
• self-blame
• high-achieving women
• coaching
• personal development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Life Lab, The Life Series

Products: The 5-Minute Shift Mini Course, 1:1 Coaching

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