
#25 What You Resist Persists – How to Stop Fighting and Start Flowing
From Purposely Peaceful by Jessica Rivera
October 23, 2025 · 15 min · Episode 25
About this episode
In this episode, Jessica Rivera discusses how to overcome resistance and embrace flow in various aspects of life.
Episode 25: What You Resist Persists – How to Stop Fighting and Start Flowing Intro: Ever notice that the harder you fight something, the more it sticks? Resistance is sneaky, but it doesn’t have to keep you stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why resistance shows up and what it’s really trying to tell you How leaning into discomfort can actually free you Tiny actions that help you move past blocks without forcing it How to shift from struggle to flow in work, life, and personal growth 0:00 Welcome to Purposely Peaceful 00:20 Personal Struggles and Resistance 01:15 Understanding Resistance 02:15 Overcoming Personal Resistance 03:43 Starting the Podcast Journey 06:36 Practical Steps to Overcome Resistance 11:03 Embracing Resistance 13:50 Finding Inner Peace 14:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ✨ Stay connected: Want to see more of my real life and glimpses of peace? Follow me on Instagram → @jess_riverak Website → purposelypeaceful.com If you enjoyed this episode, I’d love for you to rate and review it. Your feedback helps me continue to grow and reach more people who need this message! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the host and are for…
Topics covered
- resistance
- personal growth
- inner peace
- discomfort
- flow
Keywords
- mental health
- self improvement
- personal development
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Practical Steps to Overcome Resistance
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