Why Discomfort is an Opening, Not a Warning Sign | Katie Clark

“Discomfort isn’t a problem. It’s an opening.”

In this powerful installment of Fire Talks, Katie Clark (Co-Founder of Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP) gets incredibly raw about a terrifying week. When her 17-month-old son suffered an unexpected febrile seizure, Katie and her husband Nick were thrown into a world of uncertainty and panic. But as the crisis passed, the real work began: navigating the "aftershocks"—the lingering unsettledness that most of us try to outrun.

In this episode, Katie breaks down:

• The Anatomy of an Aftershock: Why we feel "off" even after the crisis is over, and why that’s actually a sign of integration.

• Yoga Off the Mat: How years of Baptiste Power Yoga practice provided the tools to stay grounded when the mind wanted to spin.

• Data vs. Danger: A perspective shift on why discomfort is actually "data" telling you exactly where your next level of growth is waiting.

• The Choice Point: How to recognize the moment you’re standing at an "opening" and choose the person you’re becoming over the person you used to be.

Whether you’re a parent navigating a scare, an entrepreneur facing a setback, or an athlete hitting a wall, this episode is a masterclass in staying present when life feels wobbly.

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