In this follow-up to my powerful conversation with Sheila Andres, I’m taking a solo moment with you to go even deeper into something that resonated with so many of you: that stuck feeling.

In this follow-up to my heartfelt conversation with Sheila Andres, I’m flying solo to dig deeper into something that hit home for many of you: feeling stuck as an Adult Child of Alcoholics (ACOA).

Even if you’re functioning, checking the boxes, or showing up for others, you might still feel frozen inside—emotionally numb, overwhelmed, or like you’re running in circles. In this episode, I gently walk you through 8 signs that you're stuck in old survival patterns and what that might look like in your daily life.

Then I share a simple, powerful three-step approach to help you begin moving forward—at your own pace, from a place of safety, clarity, and self-trust.

Whether you're on day one of your healing or already deep in the work, this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect to your inner wisdom. You are not broken—just beautifully in process.

✨ Signs You May Be Stuck as an ACOA

⭐ You feel chronically overwhelmed or anxious—like you're always bracing for something to go wrong.

⭐ You say “yes” when you mean “no,” afraid of upsetting others or being rejected.

⭐ You deeply want change, but the fear of failing—or even succeeding—keeps you paralyzed.

⭐ You feel like you’re on autopilot—disconnected from joy, passion, or purpose.

⭐ You notice yourself repeating the same unhealthy relationship or behavioral patterns.

⭐ You wrestle with low self-worth and harsh inner self-talk that keeps you small.

⭐ You don’t ask for help—even when you need it—because you don’t trust others will show up.

⭐ You avoid expressing emotions or needs to keep the peace, even when it costs you.

🌱 A 3-Step Process to Start Getting Unstuck

🌿 Awareness + Ownership

Get honest (with compassion). Journal or reflect on where you feel out of alignment or like you're betraying your own needs. Notice the patterns, and allow yourself to name them—without shame.

🌿 Boundaries + Nervous System Care

Set small, doable boundaries that honor your energy and truth. Practice simple nervous system regulation daily—like breathing exercises, grounding, stretching, or even a few minutes in silence.

🌿 Reconnect to Your Inner Leader

Ask yourself, “What would I do if I trusted myself right now?” Then take one small action—one promise to yourself each day. You don’t have to leap. Just begin where you are.

🎧 Tune in now and remember:

Stuck isn’t a flaw—it’s a signal. You don’t need to hustle your way out. You just need to listen, love yourself forward, and take the next aligned step.

Hey there, I’m so glad you’re tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, there’s more support waiting. I help adult children of dysfunction reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and rewrite their life story with confidence and clarity. 💛I am an international inspirational speaker, NLP practitioner, Trauma Informed ACOA Coach, and Best-selling Author. But more importantly, I am your friend who wants you to live your best life EVER!

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