Riley Rees sits down with Britt Frank, a licensed neuropsychotherapist and author of the book The Science of Stuck. Britt shares her insights into why so many of us struggle with procrastination, avoidance, and self-sabotage—and how to break free from these patterns using science-backed strategies.Britt’s work focuses on understanding how the brain responds to stress, fear, and uncertainty. She explains that feeling stuck isn’t about laziness or a lack of motivation—it’s often a freeze response in the nervous system. By recognizing these patterns and applying simple, actionable tools, anyone can begin to move forward, one small step at a time.In This Episode, we chat about:Why procrastination isn’t a motivation problem but a brain-based response to stressHow the freeze response keeps us stuck and how to break the cycleThe role of Micro Yeses in creating momentum and overcoming inactionWhy self-sabotage happens and how to reframe it as a survival mechanismPractical strategies for rewiring your mindset and moving forward with confidenceEpisode Resources:Britt Frank’s Website (Website)Follow Britt Frank on Instagram (Instagram)Britt Frank’s Book: The Science of Stuck (Website)Britt Frank’s Book: Align Your Mind  (Website)Book a Health Coach Session at Sofia Health (Website)Sign up for Tai Chi, Qigong, meditation, mindfulness, and Yoga live classes with Prime (get free trial)Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed the content, we would love it if you took 2 minutes to leave a 5-star review!The Sofia Unfiltered by Sofia Health is for general informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have. For any health concerns, users should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals.

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