EPISODE · Jul 3, 2025 · 6 MIN
It’s Not Because I Couldn’t Do It: Shame and the Incomplete Goal
from Untethering Shame · host Kyira Wackett
What if letting go of a goal wasn’t a sign of weakness—but of growth? In this solo episode, Kyira challenges the shame narratives around quitting, shifting focus, and unfinished business. Whether you’ve outgrown a dream, changed your mind, or realized a goal was never truly yours, this conversation invites you to meet yourself with radical acceptance and release the pressure to prove your worth through completion.In this episode, Kyira dives into:Why we stay in misaligned goals out of fear, not fulfillmentThe role of shame in performance, productivity, and “seeing things through”How to tell if a goal no longer fits—and what to do about itWhy walking away can be the most self-honoring decisionUsing radical acceptance to reclaim your voice and realign with your valuesReflection prompts:Am I staying in this because I want to—or because I’m afraid to leave?What version of me set this goal—and do they still define who I am?What would walking away without shame look like?💬 Ask Me Anything: Have a question you’ve been sitting with?Submit your question anonymously or with your name — whatever feels right for you.👉 Learn More👉 Submit your questionReady to take the next step?Download the FREE handout, "5 Things Shame Resilient People Do Every Day" and start making those daily shifts to break that shame cycle that's keeping you stuck in that negative headspace.Book a free 25-minute discovery call to discuss different program options and find the support best fits your needs.Stay Connected:Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and be sure to leave a review to let us know your thoughts on this episode.YouTubeWebsite
What this episode covers
What if letting go of a goal wasn’t a sign of weakness—but of growth? In this solo episode, Kyira challenges the shame narratives around quitting, shifting focus, and unfinished business. Whether you’ve outgrown a dream, changed your mind, or realized a goal was never truly yours, this conversation invites you to meet yourself with radical acceptance and release the pressure to prove your worth through completion.In this episode, Kyira dives into:Why we stay in misaligned goals out of fear, not fulfillmentThe role of shame in performance, productivity, and “seeing things through”How to tell if a goal no longer fits—and what to do about itWhy walking away can be the most self-honoring decisionUsing radical acceptance to reclaim your voice and realign with your valuesReflection prompts:Am I staying in this because I want to—or because I’m afraid to leave?What version of me set this goal—and do they still define who I am?What would walking away without shame look like?💬 Ask Me Anything: Have a question you’ve been sitting with?Submit your question anonymously or with your name — whatever feels right for you.👉 Learn More👉 Submit your questionReady to take the next step?Download the FREE handout, "5 Things Shame Resilient People Do Every Day" and start making those daily shifts to break that shame cycle that's keeping you stuck in that negative headspace.Book a free 25-minute discovery call to discuss different program options and find the support best fits your needs.Stay Connected:Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and be sure to leave a review to let us know your thoughts on this episode.YouTubeWebsite
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