# 200. What It Actually Takes to Change

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Podcast: [Strong Is a Mindset](https://stenobird.com/podcast/strong-is-a-mindset-5572120)
Published: 2026-04-22T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://carriehollandmd.com/what-it-actually-takes-to-change/
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## Resource

Why does change feel so hard, even when you know exactly what to do? If you've ever thought that the answer is just a better plan, more motivation, or finally getting your timing right, you're not alone. But what if the reason things aren't changing has nothing to do with what you know… and everything to do with how you're showing up when things aren't perfect? In this episode, I'm reflecting on what I've seen after years of coaching and 200 podcast episodes, and I'm breaking down what actually creates change versus what people think will create change. Because it's not more information, it's not the perfect plan, and it's definitely not waiting for everything to line up. Real change happens in a much less flashy way, and it often looks very different from what most people expect. Listen in this week to learn what it really takes to change, even when life is busy, messy, and unpredictable. You'll hear why willingness matters more than motivation, how honesty helps you stop spinning in assumptions, and why repetition is the part most people underestimate. I'll walk you through how planning reduces decision fatigue, how self-trust is built through follow-through, and what actually leads to results over time. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://carriehollandmd.com/200 Follow me on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/carriehollandmd https://www.instagram.com/carriehollandmd/

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