Have you ever found yourself desperately wanting to move forward in life or at work—whether it’s launching a new venture, making a bold pivot, or finally saying yes to the idea that’s been tugging at your mind—but somehow, you can’t gain momentum?

You might be living out what I call the Gas and Brake Paradox. This paradox shows up when you press the gas pedal of ambition, opportunity, or desire while unknowingly stomping on the brakes through unconscious resistance. You’re accelerating and stalling simultaneously.

And here’s the thing: The most visionary, high-performing leaders I’ve worked with often don’t even realize they’re caught in it. It’s not laziness. It’s not a lack of clarity or capability. It’s usually an unspoken inner conflict between expansion and safety.

The Hidden Drag

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