168 When All Else Fails: Returning to Zero and Meeting What’s True Barb Patterson

We’ve all been in that place where we’ve tried everything we know how to do, and nothing is working. The offer doesn’t land, the shift doesn’t happen, the result won’t come. Our instinct is to push harder or figure it out. But what if “nothing is working” isn’t a problem to solve, but a moment to listen? In this solo episode, Barb explores the deeper intelligence inside these breakdowns. She shares personal and client stories that reveal how often the real invitation is to return to zero, loosen our grip, and get curious about what’s actually trying to come through. When all else fails, it’s usually not about effort, strategy, or discipline. It’s about meeting what’s underneath, the truth, the clarity, the next chapter that’s already forming. If you’re in a season where things aren’t clicking, this conversation will help you see why that might be the beginning, not the end. Thank you for listening to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast. For more resources like this, visit Barb's website at Barbarapatterson.com . SHOW NOTES: [00:00] - Welcome to the Innerverse of Business and Life Podcast [00:56] - Navigating Moments of Failure [09:55] - The Power of Surrender and Curiosity [19:14] - Finding Freedom in Letting Go [33:52] - Thank you for listening! SHOW LINKS:

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168 When All Else Fails: Returning to Zero and Meeting What’s True Barb Patterson is an episode from Real Business Real Lives by Barbara Patterson.

This episode is 34:41 long.

This episode was published on Dec 11, 2025.

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