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Business is Human

The Counterfeit Life: When Control Feels Like Safety - But Keeps You Stuck

10 Jul 2025

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“Control feels like safety, but it will never deliver the peace that you’re craving.”In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession talks about how our pursuit of control often leads to exhaustion, frustration, and a constant battle within our nervous system. While control feels like safety, it ultimately keeps us stuck and anxious. She explains why we have this addiction to control and how true safety comes from connection to ourselves, others, and a higher power. Shifting from control to connection can help us find real peace and calm.In this episode, you’ll learn:What it means to move from striving to groundednessThe role of our nervous system in recognizing safety and dangerPractical ways to shift from a controlling mindset to one rooted in connection and groundednessThings to listen for:(00:00) Intro(00:43) The illusion of control(02:37) Personal story and divine inspiration(04:59) Understanding the counterfeit of control(06:18) The role of fear and the nervous system(11:12) Impact of control on relationships and business(18:29) True safety through connection(26:06) Practical steps to grounding and connectionConnect with Rebecca:https://www.rebeccafleetwoodhession.com/

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