Domain: Avoidance & Delay Loops 3-5 min read Updated: 2026-01-15

When Progress Meets Friction

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Progress

meets friction

and slows.

This texture

is not failure;

it’s feedback.

Friction

asks for

adjustment,

not retreat.

Let the surface

be felt.

Movement

becomes wiser

when it adapts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I’m trying to move forward, but everything feels like it’s "grinding." Am I doing it wrong?

"Progress is Meeting Friction." In the Meaning Density Model™, friction is "Neutral Information." It’s a "Sensor" telling you that your "Adjustment" is off. Maybe you’re moving too fast, or the task is too "Thick" for your current state. Friction isn't a sign to stop; it’s a sign to "Tune." It’s your system asking for a "Lower-Velocity" or a "Different Angle."

How do I reduce the "friction" in my progress?

"Add Lubrication" by lowering the stakes. Break the task into even smaller "Micro-loops." If the grinding continues, it means you need to "De-saturate" your environment before continuing. DojoWell suggests that "Friction is a Teacher." By listening to where the "Grind" is, you can identify exactly which part of your architecture needs "Maintenance" or "Space" to move freely again.

When Progress Meets Friction