Is your need for control blocking your manifestations?
In this episode of Avoiding Average, host Susan Gates gets raw and real about one of the most overlooked (and uncomfortable) parts of the manifestation journey: letting go.

Through a personal story of unexpected tech failures, Susan unpacks how our urge to control everything—rooted in fear and perfectionism—can quietly sabotage our dreams. She explores how true manifestation isn’t about forcing outcomes, but about relaxation, self-awareness, and allowing life to unfold with trust.

You’ll learn:

• Why fear of failure fuels control

• How emotional health improves when we stop pushing

• Why letting go is a power move, not a weakness

• How to balance self-care with inspired action

• How stress impacts manifestation and personal growth

If you’ve ever felt stuck, stressed, or like you're doing “all the right things” but still not seeing results—this episode will shift your perspective.

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Susan Gates is a Travel Astrologer and Transformation Coach who empowers others to reconnect with their authentic selves through the power of astrocartography and destination-based healing. With certifications in life and soul coaching, breathwork, and hypnotherapy, she merges ancient wisdom and modern tools to facilitate deep transformation.

As the host of the Avoiding Average: Living Life Beyond the Ordinary podcast, she inspires others to rewrite the rules and live from soul, not script. Her signature program, The Soulo Pilgrimage, takes clients on a guided coaching and travel journey to a personally aligned location—chosen through astrological insight—to unlock healing, clarity, and inner wholeness.

Known for her grounded presence, intuitive clarity, and ability to translate complex ideas into simple, powerful guidance, she’s supported clients from around the world. When not coaching or exploring new places, she’s a devoted mom of two, passionate about baking, outdoor adventures, and chasing life’s most meaningful moments.

You can find more at www.avoiding-average.com

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