{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6807d59d23cb4388be898cc7/6a1f3174d610a77403a24681?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"47. You Can’t Lead Your Life Well If You Ignore Your Actual Capacity","description":"<p>Why does life sometimes feel harder than it “should” — even when you’re trying your best?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Cortney talks about the importance of pausing long enough to honestly acknowledge your current reality instead of constantly judging yourself against outdated expectations or impossible standards.</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation explores:</p><ul><li>why awareness is not weakness</li><li>how different seasons impact capacity</li><li>the emotional cost of ignoring your limitations</li><li>the difference between accepting reality and giving up</li><li>creating “backup homes” for important rhythms</li><li>and why flexibility is often wiser than perfection</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Cortney also shares personal reflections on motherhood, nervous system capacity, seasonal rhythms, and what it can look like to lead your life with greater wisdom, honesty, and compassion.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve been feeling behind, stretched thin, frustrated with yourself, or unsure why everything feels harder lately, this episode offers a gentler and more grounded perspective.</p><p><br></p><p>Because ignoring your limits doesn’t increase your capacity — but compassionate awareness can help you stop fighting yourself and move forward more intentionally.</p><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</p><p><a href=\"http://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/giftchat\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/giftchat</a></p>","author_name":"Cortney Loui"}