Resistance Is a Compass

I remember a period in my life when everything looked fine on the outside, but I felt a persistent restlessness. I had a steady routine, work that made sense, and responsibilities I could check off. Yet there was this quiet pull I could not ignore, a sense that I was avoiding something important. At the time, I couldn’t name it, so I pushed it aside.

The signs were subtle at first. I would feel excitement for certain ideas and projects and immediately convince myself it was impractical. There were moments when I felt drawn to new directions, conversations, or opportunities, and I told myself I wasn’t ready. Fear, doubt, and hesitation were constant companions, making the path feel heavy.

One day, I decided to stop avoiding my own feelings. I sat quietly and asked myself what I might be resisting. The first answer made me uncomfortable, and that discomfort was exactly the signal I needed to pay attention. I realized that resistance often shows up as tension, procrastination, or distraction. When I avoided what made me uncomfortable, I was avoiding the next step I was meant to take.

Once I started noticing patterns, I began to see the ways I had been holding myself back. I would overcommit to things that didn’t matter or wait for external validation before taking action. I realized that the calling I was resisting was asking me to step forward, even in small ways, before I felt ready.

I began experimenting with small actions that felt aligned with that calling. I allowed myself time to explore ideas without pressure, reached out to people who encouraged me, and paid attention to what made my energy feel lighter or more alive. Each small step made the path clearer and made it easier to trust myself.

Now, I notice resistance much sooner. It comes in the form of hesitation, excuses, or a sense of heaviness. I pause and ask myself what I am avoiding and why. Responding to that awareness has brought clarity, momentum, and a sense of purpose I didn’t have when I relied solely on comfort and routine.

Resistance does not mean failure. It is a sign that something important is waiting for attention. Recognizing it requires honesty, curiosity, and patience with yourself. The more I respond to it, the more my life feels aligned with what matters most.

With gratitude and light,
Tamas
Founder, Tamas Medium Studio
https://tamasmediumstudio.com