Overcoming Resistance

Todd Herman explains that willpower is a conscious idea that is backed up by the unconscious, making it difficult to overcome resistance. Instead, he suggests using the creative imagination to suspend disbelief and step into a character that inspires you, allowing you to move around resistance with more grace. Title: Understanding the Enemy Topics: Enemy, Tribal Narratives Summary: Todd Herman discusses the concept of the "enemy," which is not meant to be hated but rather understood as a force that tries to keep us safe or whisper seeds of doubt. He also highlights the role of tribal narratives in shaping our behavior and how we can act through our national or cultural identity without realizing it.