Feeling Stuck? You're Not Alone - A Few Words on Breaking Free from Fear and Limiting Beliefs
Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a loop, living the same day over and over? You wake up, go through the motions, and wonder why things never seem to change. You have dreams, desires, and ideas about the life you could be living, yet something keeps you frozen in place.
I know this feeling intimately.
When Stuck Becomes a Comfort Zone
For years, I felt trapped in a version of my life that didn't quite fit. I was successful enough on paper, but inside, I felt like I was just existing, not truly living. I kept telling myself:
- “I'll start when I feel more confident.”
- “What if I'm not good enough”
- “What if people judge me?”
- “What if I fail?”
It took me a long time to realise that what was holding me back wasn't my circumstances, it was fear. Specifically, the fear of being seen for who I truly was. It petrified me.
The Fear of Being Seen
It's a strange thing to want change but also fear what it might bring. We crave transformation, yet we hesitate because stepping into something new means exposing ourselves. What if people don't take us seriously? What if we're not good enough?
This fear can manifest in ways we don't always recognise:
- Procrastination - putting things off because we're scared of failing.
- Perfectionism - believing we have to be perfect before we even start.
- Self-Sabotage - talking ourselves out of opportunities before we even try.
But here's the truth: staying hidden, staying stuck, doesn't protect us, it only prolongs the discomfort.
Limiting Beliefs: The Stories That Keep Us Small
The thoughts we repeat to ourselves shape our reality. When we tell ourselves:
“I'm not smart enough.”
“I don't have the right skills.”
“I don't have enough money.”
“Other people are better than me.”
…we convince ourselves that these things are true, even when they're not.
The turning point for me came when I asked myself: What if these thoughts aren't facts?
Breaking Free - One Small Step at a Time
If you feel stuck right now, know this: you don't have to take a giant leap to change your life. You just need to take one small, brave step at a time.
Challenge the belief: Ask yourself, “Is this really true, or is this a story I've been telling myself?”
Take imperfect action: Start before you feel ready.
Get support: You don't have to do this alone. Talking to someone (a friend, counsellor, coach) can shift your perspective.
I also created a free guide to help you start moving forward. If you're ready to shake off the stuck feeling and reclaim your momentum, you can download it here
You deserve to live a life that feels expansive, fulfilling, and true to you.
The first step? Giving yourself permission to start!
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