Why “Trying” Keeps People Stuck The Hidden Difference Between Attempting and Committing

“I’m trying to grow my business.” “I’m trying to lose weight.” “I’m trying to be more patient.” At first glance, the word trying sounds positive. After all, it suggests effort and intention. But what if it also contains an invisible escape hatch? In this episode of Language: The Building Code of Life, we explore one of the most revealing language patterns identified in the work inspired by Robert Tennyson Stevens: the difference between trying and committing. You'll discover how the language of "trying" can unconsciously reinforce hesitation, uncertainty, and incomplete action — and how a simple shift in language can dramatically change your relationship with goals, leadership, and personal growth. Because sometimes the greatest breakthrough comes when we stop trying... and start choosing.