{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6807d59d23cb4388be898cc7/6a0e3f60d7997e788c1a3c9b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"46. Why You Feel Behind Even When You’re Trying So Hard","description":"<p>Lately I’ve been thinking about trees, seasons, and the invisible weight so many women are carrying right now.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I’m talking about:</p><ul><li>shifting capacity</li><li>emotional and mental load</li><li>seasonal transitions</li><li>unrealistic expectations</li><li>and why feeling stretched thin doesn’t automatically mean you’re failing</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Using the metaphor of “sucker branches” in gardening, I explore how even good things can quietly drain energy away from the growth that actually needs nourishment in a particular season.</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t a conversation about productivity or trying harder.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s an invitation to approach your current season with greater awareness, wisdom, and compassion.</p><h2><br></h2><h2>In This Episode:</h2><ul><li>Why everything may feel harder right now</li><li>The invisible load many women carry</li><li>How seasons change capacity</li><li>Why “good” things can still drain energy</li><li>Spiritual reflections on pruning, abiding, and sustainable growth</li><li>Compassionate self-awareness instead of shame</li></ul><h2><br></h2><h2>💭 Reflection Questions:</h2><ul><li>What feels harder than I expected right now?</li><li>What am I carrying that I haven’t fully acknowledged?</li><li>What expectations may no longer fit this season?</li><li>What’s draining energy without nourishing deeper growth?</li><li>What would compassionate expectations look like right now?</li></ul><h2><br></h2><h2>Mentioned in This Episode:</h2><p><strong>A quick summer update:</strong> I'm intentionally keeping my calendar lighter this summer so I can serve well and stay present with my family. Because of that, I'll only be opening <strong>4 God-Given Gifts Chat spots across June and July.</strong> If a conversation has been on your heart, I'd love to connect.</p><p>📲God-Given Gifts Chat <a href=\"http://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/giftchat\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/giftchat</a></p>","author_name":"Cortney Loui"}