{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6807d59d23cb4388be898cc7/6a1f3259a5a56cd151131d7f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"48. Maybe You’re Not Lazy — Maybe the Rhythm Doesn’t Fit ","description":"<p>Have you ever wondered why certain routines, rhythms, or ways of doing life seem to work beautifully for someone else… but leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or frustrated?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Cortney explores the difference between personal growth and constantly fighting yourself.</p><p><br></p><p>Through stories, reflections, and practical examples, she shares how understanding your God-given wiring can help you approach life with greater awareness, peace, and intentionality — instead of constantly feeling like you’re failing to keep up with someone else’s expectations.</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation includes:</p><ul><li>personality preferences and decision-making</li><li>why different rhythms work for different people</li><li>overstimulation and seasonal capacity</li><li>the difference between inspiration and imitation</li><li>and how self-awareness can become a compass instead of a criticism</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Because sometimes the issue isn’t that you’re lazy. It's that the rhythm simply doesn’t fit.</p><h2><br></h2><h2>In This Episode</h2><ul><li>Why comparison often creates unnecessary frustration</li><li>The difference between being inspired by someone and trying to live exactly like they do</li><li>How understanding your wiring impacts relationships, leadership, and everyday decisions</li><li>Cortney’s “A/B day” summer rhythm example</li><li>Why awareness helps reduce unnecessary self-conflict</li><li>How God intentionally equips people differently for different good works</li><li>The importance of building rhythms that fit your actual season of life</li></ul><h2><br></h2><h2>💭 Reflection Questions </h2><ul><li>What rhythms genuinely fit me in this season?</li><li>Where am I trying to force myself into someone else’s way of doing life?</li><li>What consistently creates friction or overwhelm for me right now?</li><li>What helps me feel more grounded, peaceful, and present?</li><li>Where might greater self-awareness create more compassion instead of criticism?</li></ul><p><br></p><h2>Resources</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><p><br></p><p>You can also learn more about the <em>Discover Your God-Given Gifts</em> coaching experience here: <a href=\"https://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/coaching\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://coffeechatsandyogamats.com/coaching</a>&nbsp;</p><h3><br></h3><h3>Ephesians 2:10 “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”</h3><h3><br></h3><h3>Megan’s Podcast Episode</h3><p><a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-plan-my-entire-summer-around-two-types-of-days/id1485792921?i=1000767349087\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-plan-my-entire-summer-around-two-types-of-days/id1485792921?i=1000767349087</a>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Cortney Loui"}