The Art of Receiving: Why Softness Can Feel Harder Than Striving

The Art of Receiving: Why Softness Can Feel Harder Than Striving

June 8, 2026 · 11 min · Season 2 · Episode 84

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges of receiving support and joy in a world that often prioritizes striving and overworking.

Why is it sometimes easier to overwork than rest? Easier to push than soften? Easier to survive than receive? In this episode, I talk about the art of receiving. Why support, peace, healthy love, rest, and even joy can feel surprisingly uncomfortable when we’re used to striving. A grounded epi about softness and allowing life to meet you. More info, ways to connect and sponsors special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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