You’ve got a plan. You’ve got your motivation. You even start strong.
And then… life happens. Work runs late. Stress spikes. Travel throws you off. A single “bad day” turns into a lost week.
Sound familiar?
Here’s the truth: most people have an offense for their goals — the plan, the schedule, the structure — but no defense for when things go sideways. And that’s why you keep tripping over the same obstacles again and again.
In this episode, I’m going to show you:
Why your goals collapse when the unexpected happens (and why “try harder” isn’t the answer)
How you already use defense strategies in everyday life without realizing it
The “luminol moments” that reveal your weak spots — and how to fortify them
Real-life examples of personal defenses that keep you on track no matter what
Your plan can’t just work when everything goes perfectly.
It needs to work when life punches you in the mouth.
And that’s what building your defense will do.
🎯 The next 8-week DEFENSE cohort kicks off in November & registration will open in October.
Hundreds applied for the first round and it filled in record time. If you want to get into the next one, join the waitlist now so you don’t miss your spot: Join the DEFENSE Waitlist Here
Today’s episode was inspired by a message from a listener who’s done it all — Weight Watchers, lap band surgery, Ozempic — and still feels like lasting change is slipping through her fingers. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Will I ever get there?” — this one is for you.
We’re unpacking:
Why your past does not get to define your future
How the “just eat less” mindset is sabotaging real progress
Why chasing “normal” eating might be the wrong goal
What to do when your tools (like Ozempic) feel like they’re slipping away
If you're feeling stuck or scared — or if you’ve tried everything and still feel lost — you’re not alone. And there’s a way forward.
If you’re tired of chasing smaller and ready to start building strength — inside and out — Strong Foundations is for you.
→ Join now for just $39/month
DEFENSE is my 8-week high-touch group coaching program for those ready to rewire their patterns, strengthen their thinking, and create lasting change — without overwhelm, extremes, or self-sabotage.
→ Apply here
🔥 Complete your application for the new 8 Week Defense Strategy Co-Creating Program 🔥
What if the reason you haven’t reached your goal… has nothing to do with the plan?
What if you’re stuck because your goal — like a boat — has a hole in it?
Or no rudder?
Or no defense when the storms hit?
In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down 3 major reasons people stall out, give up, or spin in circles despite trying really hard:
No Rudder – You’re jumping from one thing to the next, chasing what’s new, what’s urgent, or what feels exciting — but you’re not steering toward anything.
Holes in the Boat – You’ve got a plan, but it leaks. You keep sinking because of old stories, patterns like “I’ll start tomorrow,” and mindset gaps you haven’t addressed.
No Defense – You’re great when life is good, but you have no strategy when stress, chaos, or curveballs hit. So the plan fails. Again.
I’m sharing real client stories — and personal ones too — about how these show up every single day. And more importantly: how we can stop the cycle and finally make progress that lasts.
🛑 If your goal should take 6 months but it’s been 6 years, something has to change.
This is the change.
→ Only 20 spots available
→ Applications are open now for the waitlist and open to the public on Thursday
→ If your application is accepted, you’ll be invited to book a private call with me to explore fit
→ [LINK TO APPLY]
This is not another offense-only plan.
This is where we fix what’s keeping you stuck.
This is where real change begins.
What if one of the qualities you’ve always taken pride in—your independence—is actually keeping you stuck, isolated, and fragile?
In this episode, I’m sharing how the book The Family Economy by Rory Groves completely reframed my understanding of strength, success, relationships, and even coaching. I open up about the way I was raised to value self-reliance, how I wore it as a badge of honor for years, and why I now see it as a form of quiet fragility.
You’ll hear why dependence—when built intentionally—is not weakness, but a deeper kind of strength. One that stabilizes marriages, empowers families, accelerates progress, and deepens friendships.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever said, “I should be able to figure this out on my own,” and who’s ready to consider a more powerful—and connected—way forward.
How I was raised to see independence as strength
Why The Family Economy changed my view of success
How true strength is rooted in interdependence
What this means for families, friendships, and coaching
Why asking for help strengthens relationships
How coaching works best when we lean in, not isolate
👉 If this episode challenged your thinking, share it with a friend or tag me with your biggest takeaway.
Why Your Plan Keeps Failing & What to Do Instead
💥 Applications for “Defense” open Monday, exclusively to the waitlist.
We start the week of September 8th.
Only 20 spots.
This is not a public launch.
🎯 Join the waitlist here
(It’s the only way to be notified when applications open.)
Episode Summary:
You’ve got goals. Big ones. You’ve probably got a plan, too. Maybe even a brand-new one you’re excited about. But here’s the question no one’s asking:
Are you so focused on where the boat is going…that you’ve forgotten to fix the holes in the boat?
In this episode, Elizabeth breaks down why your best-laid plans keep breaking down, and why almost every plan, strategy, and program out there makes the same critical mistake: it’s all offense, no defense.
From real estate investments to upcoming vacations, she shares powerful, real-life examples that show you how a defensive strategy can change the game and why skipping it is costing you years of your life and progress.
If you’re tired of doing and undoing the same work, if you feel like you’ve been pursuing the same goal for years with nothing to show for it...this is the episode that explains why.
And it’s the introduction to something brand new.
In this episode, we cover:
The real estate story that sparked this whole conversation
Why we get excited about “the plan” and still fall apart
What a true defensive strategy looks like — in your actual life
Why most programs can’t teach this (but this one will)
The small-group opportunity opening for 20 women only
💥 Applications for “Defense” open Monday, exclusively to the waitlist.
We start the week of September 8th.
Only 20 spots.
This is not a public launch.
🎯 Join the waitlist here
(It’s the only way to be notified when applications open.)
My brand-new 8-week program is coming soon!
DEFENSE is for those who want to get ahead of the spiral — before the binge, the drift, or the regret even begins.
Because the best offense? It’s a great defense.
If you’ve ever said, “I want this so badly — why can’t I just follow through?” — this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, we’re breaking down why motivation will never be enough to create consistency — and what actually works instead. From personalized systems and smart structure to emotional discipline and strategic defense, this episode walks you through the tools that really move the needle.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why motivation fades — and what to build instead
The difference between systems and structure (and why both matter)
How to practice discipline when you truly don’t care
The role of course correction in consistency (and how to plan for it)
What "playing defense" actually means — and how it changes everything
🚨 Applications open next week for Elizabeth’s brand-new, 8-week high-touch program focused entirely on helping you run the play. No more “great plans” that fall apart. We’re building strategic defense — in your life, your goals, and your mindset.
📝 Get on the waitlist here
My brand-new 8-week program is coming soon!
DEFENSE is for those who want to get ahead of the spiral — before the binge, the drift, or the regret even begins.
Because the best offense? It’s a great defense.
Have you ever had a meal or treat that tasted amazing… but left you feeling bloated, tired, or regretful afterward? You're not alone — and today's episode is going to give you a powerful shift in perspective.
This concept comes up all the time in my weekly check-ins with members of The Consistency Course:
👉 We often focus only on taste, and ignore how food makes us feel.
There’s a tipping point — from tastes good, feels good to tastes good, feels bad. The problem is, most people don’t notice until it’s too late.
In this episode, we’ll explore:
Real-life examples of indulgence without regret
How to recognize that tipping point in the moment
Why it’s not just about how much — but how often
The difference between enjoyment and sabotage
One question that can help you pause before you go too far
This isn’t about restriction. It’s about reclaiming how you want to feel — and learning how to stop before pleasure turns to punishment.
🎯 This is a must-listen if you’ve ever said: “I always regret it afterward.”
My brand-new 8-week program is coming soon!
DEFENSE is for those who want to get ahead of the spiral — before the binge, the drift, or the regret even begins.
Because the best offense? It’s a great defense.
Something huge is coming! Get on the wait list!
We live in a world where nearly everything has gotten easier—instant access, on-demand answers, next-day delivery. And while that’s convenient, it’s come at a cost: we’ve lost our tolerance—and even our appreciation—for doing hard things.
In this episode, Elizabeth explores how we’ve subtly begun to expect ease, resent effort, and resist anything that feels difficult. But what if hard isn’t bad? What if it’s exactly what we need to grow, build pride, and take our lives to the next level?
This isn’t an anti-social media rant. It’s a call to build your capacity for effort—and to reclaim the power of doing hard things on purpose.
Why expecting things to be easy is sabotaging your growth
How convenience culture is reshaping your mindset (and what to do about it)
The difference between “easier” and “better”
Practical ways to train yourself to embrace difficulty
How to rebuild pride in discipline, resilience, and follow-through
Choose small inconveniences on purpose to build mental toughness
Finish something hard—especially when motivation is gone
Delay ease to build strength (mentally and emotionally)
Practice stillness and discomfort without distraction
Reframe struggle as a training ground—not a punishment
You feel like you're always searching for a new "hack" or "plan"
You’re tired of starting over every Monday
You’ve ever thought: “Why is this so hard for me when it seems so easy for everyone else?”
Something huge is coming! Get on the wait list!
You might think the curated content you scroll through every day is harmless entertainment—but what if it’s doing more than just taking your time?
In this episode, we’re unpacking the subtle but powerful impact of what I’m calling lifestyle porn—those stylized, aspirational glimpses of family life, fitness routines, and daily rhythms that seem to offer inspiration but often end up quietly talking us out of action.
We’ll explore how this kind of content distorts our expectations, disqualifies us from our own progress, and leaves us with a constant, low-grade sense of “not enough.”
If you’ve ever thought:
“Sure, if I didn’t have to work...”
“If my kids were older...”
“If I had that kind of support...”
…this one’s for you.
This isn’t about comparison. It’s about exposure.
This isn’t about laziness. It’s about awareness.
And this episode is about reclaiming your ability to act—without needing your life to look like hers.
What “lifestyle porn” is and why the term matters
How we unknowingly use inspiration as an excuse
The disqualification loop: why we keep talking ourselves out of action
Why you always feel a little bit behind—even when you’re making progress
How to interrupt the pattern and reconnect with your version of progress
What kind of content subtly makes me feel like I’m not doing enough?
What am I actually craving when I feel pulled toward someone else’s lifestyle?
Where am I telling myself something won’t work for me… instead of asking how it could?
Something huge is coming! Get on the wait list!
🚨 THE BIG THING IS COMING
→ If you know what to do but you’re not doing it...
→ If you keep restarting but never feel like you're building momentum...
→ If you're ready for real support and follow-through like never before...
👀 I’m opening a brand new coaching experience — and it’s unlike anything I’ve ever done.
👉 Join the wait list now - click here.
Spaces will be extremely limited. Wait listers get first dibs.
📲 EPISODE CHALLENGE:
Go to your phone’s screen time settings (iPhone or Android)
Check your daily average and your most used apps
Take a screenshot and send it to me! (DM, tag, or email)
→ I’m picking 5 people to win signed copies of my book.
💬 This isn’t about shame, it’s about awareness. Because your time? It’s not gone. It’s just being spent.
🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why “I don’t have time” is rarely true
How screen time is draining your motivation, energy, and hormones
A step-by-step challenge that will change how you view your day
What to do instead of spiraling
How to make small shifts that free up hours without deleting every app
Why this ONE audit might unlock more progress than anything else
And if you’re serious about change, make sure you’re on the wait list for what’s coming.
It's Primal Potential's 11 year anniversary!
Eleven years. One mission. Thousands of transformations. And a dozen lessons that changed everything.
In today’s special anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on 11 years of Primal Potential by sharing 12 of the most powerful, real-life lessons I’ve learned in business, coaching, personal growth, parenting, and beyond.
(Yes, 12 lessons in 11 years because let’s be honest, I’ve learned more in some years than others 😂)
But FIRST: something big is coming.
I usually make a special offer on Primal's anniversary, but not this year...
Because what’s coming is different. Really different.
✅ It’s never been done.
✅ It’s for the people who struggle to follow through.
✅ It’s built for the chaos — not the perfect conditions.
✅ It’s not a new version of something old — it’s a new category.
✅ It’s limited to just 20 people.
And it starts right after Labor Day.
🚨 If you’ve ever said:
“I always start strong, but I never stick with it.”
“I don’t want to buy another thing I won’t finish.”
“I just don’t trust myself to follow through...”
...this is for YOU.
🎯 The only way to be first in line is to join the waitlist now - click here.
This will fill fast. Don’t wait.
Why most plans fall apart the moment life gets messy
The middle school basketball analogy that explains real-life sabotage
Why “hope” isn’t your best strategy — and what is
12 lessons from 11 years of imperfect, powerful progress
The difference between grace and accountability
How fear disguises itself as logic
Why curiosity will take you further than criticism
🔗 Be first in line for what’s coming - click here.
This isn’t more of the same.
It’s what you didn’t know you needed — until now.
Episode Summary:
If you’ve ever felt like you’re “good when you’re on” but completely lost when life throws you off your plan — this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, Elizabeth breaks down one of the most powerful mindset shifts you can make: the difference between compliance and consistency. Spoiler: most people think they’re building consistency, but they’re actually chasing compliance — and that’s exactly why they keep starting over.
You’ll learn:
The telltale signs you’re stuck in compliance mode
Why your plan isn’t failing — your rigidity is
What it means to build consistency that adapts, flexes, and endures
The single mindset shift that makes every week smarter than the last
Why flexibility isn’t a weakness — it’s the foundation of lasting progress
This episode will help you let go of perfectionism and start building real, sustainable change — even on the messiest days.
Mentioned in this Episode:
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🛠️ Learn more about The Consistency Course: https://www.primalpotential.com/get-consistent/
Leave a Review:
If this episode helped you reframe your approach to change, let us know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or tagging @elizabethbenton on Instagram.
Ever feel like you’re doing the work — reading the books, listening to the podcasts, journaling your heart out — but your life hasn’t actually changed?
You might be in Insight Mode.
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking what Insight Mode is, why it feels productive (but isn’t), and how to shift out of it — with small, real-life actions that actually move the needle.
We’ll cover:
What Insight Mode looks like (with some real-life signs you’ll recognize immediately)
Why this mental loop is one of the biggest traps in personal development
The difference between self-awareness and self-discipline
How to shift from “aha” moments to follow-through
The exact question to ask yourself when you’re stuck in learning but not changing
💡 Plus: I’ll share a client story that kicked off this conversation — and a quick Bluey reference for all the parents and grandparents listening.
🔗 Mentioned in This Episode:
The Consistency Course: For those ready to shift from knowing to doing. Message me “TCC” if this episode hit home.
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📌 If this resonated…
Don’t just nod along — do something with it.
Message me on Instagram @elizabethbenton and tell me one shift you’re making today.
In this powerful episode, I’m sharing a message that started with a simple post: “The world needs more men with good intent who are physically, financially, and spiritually dangerous.”
But I want to take that message deeper — and broader — to what it means for us as women, as parents, as people who want to live at our fullest potential.
👉 This episode isn’t about causing harm. It’s about becoming so capable, so prepared, so anchored, that you’re dangerous to excuses, to inertia, to anything that keeps you small.
If the word dangerous doesn’t sit right, that’s okay. Call it formidable. Call it unstoppable. The mission matters more than the word.
✅ Why becoming financially formidable means building options — not obstacles
✅ What physical formidability really looks like (and why it has nothing to do with vanity)
✅ How spiritual formidability keeps you anchored through life’s storms
✅ How to start small and stay consistent — without dismissing your progress
✅ Why the world needs you maxed out, not playing small
👉 The truth is: the mission isn’t perfection. The mission is consistent action — in your finances, your fitness, your faith.
If you’re ready to build the habits that make you unstoppable, join me inside The Consistency Course. This is where we move from good intentions to real action, together.
➡ Learn more and sign up at primalpotential.com/get-consistent/
n this episode, we’re diving deep into something that holds so many of us back: the fear of being judged.
Maybe you don’t avoid walking in your neighborhood, but maybe you’ve skipped going to the gym, avoided putting on a swimsuit, or stayed silent in a room because you were worried what someone might think.
👉 Here’s the truth: we all judge. We all get judged. And what matters is what we do with that reality.
Today I’m sharing:
A client’s honest and beautiful reflection on how fear of judgment kept her from walking outside — and how she’s working to break free of that.
How recognizing our own judgment can help soften the sting when we feel judged by others.
The critical difference between judgment (observation) and mistreatment (unkindness or discrimination).
Why becoming harder to offend is one of the most powerful choices you can make.
Tools and mindset shifts you can start practicing today so that fear of judgment doesn’t cost you your joy, your memories, or your goals.
💡 Key takeaway:
Recognizing our own judgment softens our offense at others’. The next time you feel judged, pause. Remember: you’ve judged too — and that’s part of being human. What matters is how you show up for your life anyway.
Join me in The Consistency Course! Let's work together to set you free from the patterns that are keeping your life small.
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We are drowning in advice yet still starving for real, lasting change. And it’s not because we’re lazy. It’s not a willpower issue. Most of the time, it’s not even strategy.
It’s a relationship problem.
In this final episode of the Pivot Point series, Elizabeth gets personal about the real reason so many of us keep quitting, circling, and spinning our wheels even when we “know better.” We’ve over-indexed on information and under-indexed on support.
💡 You might have 100 people who’ll wish you a happy birthday… but not one person who knows you’re slipping back into old habits.
💡 You might post your goals and get tons of “You’ve got this!” comments… but nobody texting you on Wednesday night when you’re ready to quit.
If you’ve ever felt unseen, unsupported, or unsure why you can’t keep going, this episode will speak to you. It’s time to stop doing it all alone and start building the kind of connection that fuels real change.
Why more info ≠ more progress (and what’s really missing)
What surface-level connection is costing you
The “butt power” lesson from Day 4 and why we abandon too soon
A real story about someone stuck in the loop of overlearning and under-implementing
How deep relationships, not hype or novelty, drive lasting change
Why most of us are only as strong as our best day and how to tap into collective strength instead
What to do if you’re an introvert, a solopreneur, or someone who’s “fine doing it alone”
💬 Download the prompts for today’s episode to go deeper
💡 Want to be seen, supported, and surrounded by others doing the work too? Learn more about the Consistency Course or email Elizabeth at elizabeth@primalpotential.com
Reminder: This five-day Pivot Point campaign is your chance to reset — not by starting something new, but by breaking the patterns that have held you back.
Let today be the pivot.
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Day 4: The Myth of Momentum & the Power of Staying
You don’t need more motivation.
You need more butt power.
Yes, butt power. As in: stay on your butt. Don’t escape when it gets hard. Don’t jump ship for something shinier just because this path lost its sparkle.
In today’s episode, Elizabeth shares the powerful story of an elementary school teacher who taught her students that the moment they feel stuck is the moment to stay. And how that principle — staying with the thing — might be the single most undervalued key to your consistency.
Here’s what we get into:
Why novelty isn’t a solution but more often avoidance
The difference between energy that comes from hype and energy that comes from habit
The illusion of a “new start” when what we really need is follow through
How to identify where you keep abandoning what would actually work if you just stayed with it
A powerful call to abide: to stay connected to your convictions when the feelings fade
💡 You’re not failing because you’re incapable. You’re just walking away too soon.
🎯 Don’t just listen — do. Grab today’s journal prompts here and walk through where you need to build staying power.
And if you’re tired of walking this road alone, the Consistency Course is your place for support, structure, and momentum that lasts.
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ou can do everything right… and still not get the result you expected.
So what happens next?
Today’s episode isn’t about motivation. It’s about staying power.
It’s about how you respond when you’re frustrated, discouraged, or convinced it’s not working, because that response determines everything.
Inside this episode:
Why your most important progress comes after things stop going to plan
The difference between what feels justified in the moment and what actually serves your goals
A client story that perfectly shows how we can turn a stepping stone into a cop-out — or a pivot point
The simple but high-impact question that will change the way you respond to hard moments
💭 You don’t need more hype. You need to train your response.
Today is where that begins.
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You can be right in the moment… and still be really wrong in the pattern.
Today’s episode is a call to honesty.
Not about whether a single choice “matters” but whether the pattern it belongs to is quietly killing your progress.
Because here’s the trap:
We justify what’s familiar.
We rationalize what’s comfortable.
We talk ourselves into “one more time” like it’s no big deal.
But over and over again, we’re protecting the very behavior that’s holding us back.
Inside this episode:
Why “familiar” is not the same thing as “neutral”
The hidden cost of being “right” in the moment
A powerful lens to recognize when a pattern needs to be broken — even if the choice seems harmless
The one question you must ask when justifying a pattern
🔥 This is the kind of honesty that moves the needle. Let’s go.
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🎯 This is The Pivot Point.
A 5-day approach to interrupt what’s not working and shift into real momentum.
Each day, you’ll get:
A short, powerful podcast episode
A set of action-focused prompts (not fluff, not busywork)
A coaching email to keep you plugged in and showing up
This isn’t about starting over.
It’s about breaking the loops that keep derailing your progress, one pattern at a time.
You don't need something new; you need to stop what's stopping you (for good).
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful and uncomfortable truth: you can be incredibly productive and still be wildly ineffective. If you’ve ever felt like your days are full but your life feels stuck — this is for you.
I’m drawing inspiration from The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis — a book where the devil teaches his apprentice how to keep someone distracted from living a meaningful, intentional life. One of the strategies? Keep them trapped in their to-do list. Make them believe that daily logistics are real life — and never let them question it.
We’re talking about:
The danger of mistaking motion for progress
How the “secondary” quietly replaces the “primary”
Why the tasks that feel urgent often aren't important
How to reframe your days around what truly matters
This isn’t about doing less — it’s about making room for what’s real.
In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal story — one that almost cost me my business, sabotaged my health, and left me emotionally flat: my addiction to novelty. I chased the next new thing like it was the answer to everything — and for a while, it felt like momentum. But the truth? It was misdirection.
Whether it’s in weight loss, business, or life, we’ve been conditioned to confuse excitement with effectiveness. And when the emotional high of “new” wears off, we think we’re off track. We’re not.
This episode is your reminder that consistency will always beat novelty — when you let it.
Why chasing the “next new thing” feels like progress — but usually isn’t
How emotional flatness isn’t failure — it’s feedback
The difference between pushing and precision
How to identify the “novelty trap” in your own life
What sustainable progress actually looks and feels like
Why you might be mistaking emotional withdrawal for being “off track”
Questions to ask when you’re tempted to start over… again
“Novelty gives you a hit but mastery gives you freedom.”
“Progress isn’t about being emotionally high it’s about being directionally right.”
“You’re not addicted to results, you’re addicted to change.”
“You’re building a system, not chasing a feeling.”
“Consistency isn’t built by flair, it’s built by follow-through.”
The Consistency Course — If you’re ready to stop starting over and build something that lasts, this is for you.
Want to talk about how this applies to your goals? DM me “TCC” on Instagram (@elizabethbenton) and let’s chat.
We love to call it a comfort zone, but let’s be honest — if you were truly comfortable, you wouldn’t be emailing me, considering a change, or listening to this podcast. What we call the “comfort zone” is almost never comfortable. It’s just known. Predictable. Familiar. And that’s a trap.
In this episode, I’m walking you through a powerful coaching conversation I had with someone on the fence about making a change. She thought she was afraid to leave her comfort zone… but what she was really bumping up against was the exposure of wanting more.
We’re getting into:
Why what we label as comfort is often just familiarity
The real reason you might be afraid to change (and what you’re already missing out on)
How your current fear might just be a red triangle in the storybook Zoom — you’re too close to it to see what it really is
And most importantly, I’m sharing three practical ways to get out of the known zone and into forward momentum:
Make small changes — simple disruptions to your routines build pattern-breaking momentum
Create strategic disappointment — practice saying “no” in low-stakes moments so the harder ones don’t knock you down
Choose intentional vulnerability — share the thing you’d rather not share; say the thing you usually skip over
This isn’t about overhauling your life. It’s about doing one thing differently — and letting it open the door to change.
Tag me on Instagram @elizabethbenton and share one small discomfort you’re choosing today. I want to hear it.
Episode Summary:
In this powerful solo episode, Elizabeth gets real about what it means to feel like you're drowning—in grief, in overwhelm, in apathy—and why that doesn't mean you get to stop. With raw stories from parenting, business, and everyday life, she dismantles the lies we believe when we're stuck and reminds us that swimming doesn't require strength—it just requires movement.
Whether you're spiraling in “I don’t care” or paralyzed by “I don’t know what to do,” this episode will call you up—not out—and show you exactly what it looks like to keep going when you're not sure you can.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
Why panic makes you sink—and how to stop it
The difference between being stuck and choosing stillness
The real reason “I don’t care” and “I don’t know what to do” are lies
Practical ways to “swim” even in your hardest moments
Why resourcefulness is your most underused superpower
What Elizabeth tells herself when she’s tempted to shut down
Powerful Quotes:
“You don’t need all the answers. You just need your next question.”
“If you didn’t care, it wouldn’t feel like a problem.”
“No one is coming to swim for you. But help is everywhere if you reach for it.”
“The very feeling that makes you feel stuck is the very reason you need to do something.”
Resources & Links:
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If your routine only works when life is calm and controlled… it’s not a routine. It’s a trap.
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