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May 9, 2025 25 mins

Have you ever been excited about a new goal, riding that honeymoon phase of inspiration, only to get completely thrown off track? Whether it's external obstacles like family demands and unexpected expenses, or internal barriers like self-doubt and fading motivation, what once felt like progress suddenly feels like failure. But what if being derailed isn't the end of your journey, but actually the beginning of a more authentic direction?

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • How obstacles are actually happening FOR you 

  • How to navigate obstacles so they don’t derail you and instead empower you

  • A simple journaling practice to extract specific guidance from your biggest obstacles

  • The counterintuitive way setbacks can actually accelerate your progress toward authentic goals

The path to meaningful achievement is rarely a straight line. By the end of this episode, you'll have practical tools to not just overcome obstacles but to use them as directional signals guiding you toward your most aligned goals. These unavoidable disruptions aren't happening to you—they're happening for you. Ready to transform your setbacks into your greatest strengths? Let's begin.

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