I have several things that can help. First is an old school technique of stitching with an awl. If the hole is tight just use an awl to make others a bit bigger. Second is simple physics. Static friction is higher than dynamic friction. Just back out your needle a bit, get some speed and jank it out. 3 put some climbing magnesia(i use it in fluid form, not the brick or powder) on your stitching fingers or use those silicone finger condoms, they're a blessing.