In this episode of the Skull Sessions Podcast, Andy Riise and Nate Last welcome Britt Frank, licensed neuropsychotherapist and author of The Science of Stuck and Align Your Mind, for a powerful conversation about the neuroscience of motivation, nervous system regulation, and breaking free from the patterns that keep us stuck.

Britt challenges the belief that understanding why we struggle is necessary before making progress. Instead, she explains why action creates momentum, how feelings should serve as information rather than instructions, and why meaningful change often begins with the smallest possible step.

The conversation explores the relationship between discipline, motivation, and burnout, revealing why high performers struggle to slow down and how learning to shift gears can improve both performance and well-being. Britt introduces her concept of “micro yeses,” simple, achievable actions that help build consistency, confidence, and lasting change.

Drawing from her personal journey through addiction and recovery, Britt also shares a different perspective on trauma, resilience, and self-leadership, emphasizing that our struggles don't have to define who we are.

Key Takeaways:

• Why asking “why” can keep you stuck instead of moving forward

• How small actions and “micro yeses” create lasting momentum

• The difference between feelings, motivation, and meaningful action

• Why nervous system regulation is about choice, not constant calm

• How high performers can prevent burnout by learning to shift gears

• Why rest, hobbies, relationships, and boredom support performance

• How to recognize trauma as an injury rather than an identity

• Practical strategies to strengthen self-awareness and self-leadership

Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, entrepreneur, or leader, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you stop overthinking, manage stress, and move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

Britt is also the author of Align Your Mind, which explores how to work with the different parts of your mind to create meaningful change.

Connect with Britt Frank:

Instagram: @brittfrank

Website: brittfrank.com

Books: The Science of Stuck and Align Your Mind, available through major booksellers.

Listen now and learn how to kick ass between the ears.