s. 3 ep. 10 why you're staying stuck (even though you really want to change)

We say we want change…But when the moment comes to actually choose it, we freeze.We overthink.We talk ourselves out of it.We cling to the comfort of what we know — even when it’s hurting us.In this episode, I’m sharing the real reason change is so hard (and it’s not because you’re lazy, unmotivated, or broken). I take you into a story from my journey to the Ironman finish line — and what it taught me about showing up imperfectly, trusting the in-between, and learning how to enjoy the becoming, not just the goal.We also talk about something I call “guiding stars” — the evidence that shows up after we make a brave decision… proof that it was always the right one, even if it didn’t feel that way at the start.If you’ve been feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you — even though you want something more — this one’s for you.You’ll also get a set of gentle journal prompts inside the episode to help you explore your own version of stuckness, self-trust, and fear of change.Because awareness is the beginning.And you don’t have to stay where you’ve been.✨ Journal prompts from today’s episode: 1. What’s something in my life I know isn’t aligned… but I haven’t changed it yet? Why? 2. What am I afraid might happen if I actually changed this part of my life? 3. When I think about creating the life I truly want… what’s the first feeling that comes up? 4. What has trying harder looked like for me? 5. What does safety look like for me right now — and does it align with the life I want to live? 6. If I trusted that nothing was “wrong” with me, what would I try? 7. What’s one small decision I could make this week that’s rooted in self-trust — not fear?🎧 Mentioned in this episode:→ Take the self-discovery quiz here→ Follow along for more encouragement on Instagram: @whollybyanna→ Apply for 1:1 Mentorship✨ Loved this episode?If it spoke to your heart, the best way to say thank you is by leaving a 5-star review and sharing it with a friend who needs to hear she has everything she needs already within to get unstuck.Your review helps more women find this space—and reminds them they’re not alone. 💛