The surprising reason why we choose pain over our goals

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​Two of my favourite authors: Ozan Varol and Gay Hendricks, share in their writing that humans might be pursuing pain on purpose.

I read their words in the span of a few hours and I knew that my immediate surprise was a sure sign that I am guilty of pursuing pain on more than one occasion. And I am not talking about my countless tattoo sessions. That's a story for another post.

My first thought was my constant, self-inflicted suffering around food. I know very well what my body needs, but I self-sabotage more often than I care to admit. I am a master of excuses too or blaming the circumstances.

I now realise that I am pursuing the familiar pain and suffering rather than committing to my real goal of feeling light and powerful. I am dragging myself back to the place I am used to finding myself each morning. Because getting myself out of it means that I have real potential to achieve my goal and not struggle with food. Or anything else for that matter.

I am ready to commit to my real goal. Will you join me?

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