HOW TO GET UNSTUCK (PART 1): IDENTIFY THE EMOTIONS HOLDING YOU BACK

Episode Summary

In this episode, I talk about the first crucial step to breaking free from that "stuck" feeling that so many of us experience after divorce. I share my personal journey through therapy, coaching, and self-work, and how these tools helped me move from confusion to clarity.

The real breakthrough? Learning to identify the emotions keeping us frozen. Whether it's shame about past mistakes, anxiety about starting over, or grief over lost time—these unprocessed feelings create the invisible barriers that hold us back from moving forward.

I walk you through a practical exercise to identify what's keeping you stuck and how to start breaking through those barriers.

Because getting unstuck isn't about having a perfect plan—it's about understanding what's blocking you from taking the first step.

Key Takeaways

• Being "unstuck" doesn't mean your life is perfect—it means you can troubleshoot challenges faster

• The first step to freedom is awareness of what's actually keeping you stuck

• Our negative emotions about projects (shame, overwhelm, anxiety) create resistance to starting

• Each person's emotional blocks are unique, which is why generic advice often fails

• You cannot fix what you haven't identified—awareness must come before action

The Emotional Exercise

1. Identify ONE area where you feel stuck (career, relationships, health, etc.)

2. Notice your thoughts about why you haven't taken action yet

3. Connect with the emotions underneath those thoughts (shame, fear, grief)

4. Sit with these emotions without self-judgment or criticism

5. Use an emotions chart if needed to expand your emotional vocabulary

Quotes From The Episode

"The reason you haven't done this project is that you have some negative emotions about it."

"Being unstuck doesn't mean that you're perfect. It doesn't mean that everything is smooth and perfect like people try to put out on social media. It just means that you can troubleshoot challenges a lot faster."

"The reason I couldn't work through all those things before my divorce is because I was not aware of what was going on with me. I had no idea."

Resources Mentioned

• Emotions Wheel/Chart - Search online for help identifying specific emotions or Click Here

• Professional support options: coaching, therapy, psychiatry

Connect With Me

If you'd like support in getting unstuck, I'm here to help. Book a consultation call with me where we can identify what's keeping you stuck and create a personalized plan to move forward.

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• Website: sadecurry.com

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Coming Up Next

In the next episode, I'll share practical strategies for processing these emotions so you can start taking action on what matters most to you.