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Are You Stuck In A Metaphorical Tug Of War?

  • Writer: Brainz Magazine
    Brainz Magazine
  • Feb 18, 2022
  • 2 min read

Written by: Jill Hollander, Executive Contributor

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

Do you find yourself struggling to follow your intuition, because you are being influenced by external factors? It can feel like you are experiencing an internal/external tug of war between what you know to be true internally, and the persuasive juxtaposing views externally. When this happens, how do you find the courage to listen to your intuition?

If you struggle to cut through the noise, you are not alone. It can be challenging to silence the outside forces vying for our attention. The more you trust yourself and your inner knowing, you can start to follow your instantaneous gut reaction and stand firmly knowing that you know what is right and true for you.


This knowledge will allow you to stay steadfast in following your intuition even when dealing with the internal/external tug of war. Always remember that at the end of the day, you control who wins the metaphorical tug of war, because nobody knows your needs, your body, and your desires like you do- you are strong, powerful, and courageous. Trust yourself and follow your intuition.


To find out more about how to integrate these principles into your life, contact me at jill@jillhollander.com. And follow me on Instagram or visit my website!


Jill Hollander, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine

Certified Health & Life Coach Jill Hollander helps people to FIND THEIR YES! even IN A SEA OF NOs. Through individual, group coaching, workshops, and motivational speaking, she empowers, motivates, and inspires her clients and audiences to find opportunities in their obstacles. She offers a variety of tools and strategies that foster mindset shifts, create self-advocacy, and build resiliency. Jill created her YES! Filled Life amongst extreme medical diagnoses, surgeries, and life events. Her mission is now to help others do the same. Jill has been helping others communicate and be their own advocates for 10 years after earning her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Jill has been featured in Entrepreneur, American Heart Association, The Associated Press, U.S. News & World Report, and more. She is a Survivor Ambassador for The American Heart Association. Jill received the Gift of Life Pillar of Strength Award at the national Marrow Match Gala.

 
 

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

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