Send us a textWhy does change feel so hard – even when we know something needs to shift? Whether you’re trying to leave a job that drains you, manifest a new chapter, repair a relationship, or finally prioritize you, the process of change often feels impossible. In this solo episode of The Becoming You Project, Jess unpacks the real reason change feels so overwhelming – and it has everything to do with your nervous system.We’ll explore how chronic stress, burnout, emotional labor, and societal conditioning keep us stuck in a dysregulated state that makes growth feel unsafe. Jess shares insights from her own healing journey with fibromyalgia and nervous system dysfunction, and offers gentle, powerful tools to help you move from survival mode into regulation, clarity, and forward momentum.What you’ll learn in this episode:Why your nervous system resists change (even when you want it)An overview of dysregulated states including fight, flight, freeze, and fawnSigns you may be in nervous system dysregulation or functional freezeHow emotional and physical symptoms (like fatigue, irritability, disconnection, and indecision) are actually signals from your bodyThe hidden connection between chronic stress and loss of creativity, motivation, and joyWhy regulating your nervous system is the missing link in creating real, lasting changeSimple, accessible tools to re-regulate and get grounded – starting todayIf you've ever wondered why you're doing all the right things but nothing is shifting… this episode is for you.—Let’s get in touch! You can find me at ➔jesscallahan.combecomingyouproject.substack.com @jesscallahan_If this episode spoke to you, it would mean the world if you took a moment to leave a review or share it with a friend who needs it. And make sure you hit follow so you never miss an episode of The Becoming You Project. You can connect with me on Instagram @jesscallahan_, join my Substack community at becomingyouproject.substack.com, or explore more of my work at jesscallahan.com. My Back in the Body Nervous System Healing course is now available! Find it here. Thanks for listening — I’m so grateful you’re here.

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