Why You Feel Stuck and Lost In Life
Is fear keeping you stuck?
Feeling stuck in life can have you questioning whether you’re indecisive or lacking motivation, but the truth is it’s neither.
Here’s what’s really keeping women like you at a standstill.
1. Old Conditioning Keeps You in Place
From a young age, you’ve been trained to follow rules, meet expectations, and do the “sensible” thing. That conditioning served you well for years, but now it can be the thing that actually holds you back.
For example, you stay in a job that feels unfulfilling because “it’s secure” or you hesitate to set boundaries in relationships because “you don’t want to say no.”
2. You Fear Change
Big changes — career moves, relationship shifts, personal growth — naturally trigger fear. Fear is your brain’s way of keeping you in the familiar, so you stay stuck.
Instead of trying to fight the fear, notice it. Ask yourself: what is this fear trying to tell me? Can you settle the fear?
3. Overthinking Keeps You in Indecision
You debate, weigh pros and cons, and second-guess yourself endlessly. You struggle with decision making. This is a sign that there’s a gap between what you’re doing and what’s important to you.
4. You’re Living Life On Repeat
Maybe you procrastinate, do things for others, or seek approval before making decisions. These patterns feel harmless, but what’s really happening is you no longer trust yourself to make a decision that’s right for you. Recognising them is the first step to breaking the cycle.
5. You’re Waiting for the “Right Time”
Most women at a crossroads wait for external permission: the right opportunity, the perfect plan, or someone else’s approval. The truth is, the right time is now — but first, you need to give yourself permission to be honest with yourself about what’s not working and what you want instead.
So, What’s Next?
You don’t have to remain stuck. If you’re ready for change, now is the perfect time. You don’t need any more ideas or plans — What you need is support, structure, and clarity.
Next Steps:
Reflect: Which of these patterns show up in your life?
Journal: Where are you second-guessing yourself instead of acting?
Take a small, aligned step today, no matter how tiny — momentum builds from clarity, not pressure.
Remember: Being stuck isn’t the problem — not moving forward is. Once you understand why you’re stuck, the path to clarity and action becomes clear. If you would like help getting unstuck, book yourself a clarity call.
About Sabrina
Sabrina helps women at life’s crossroads who feel stuck and hesitant but eager for more. She helps them cut through the noise, untangle the overwhelm, and build the clarity and confidence to move forward with purpose.
Whether you’re unclear on what’s next or blocked from going after it, she blends deep mindset work with practical systems and structure to help her clients untangle what’s keeping them stuck so they can build momentum and bring their ideas to life.
A former charity professional turned movement and wellness entrepreneur, Sabrina draws on her background in fitness and physical therapy to bring a grounded, whole-person approach to transformation. She’s passionate about helping women stop overthinking, trust themselves, and take bold steps toward something that truly matters.
When she’s not coaching, she’s usually in the garden, hunting down great street food, or planning her next adventure.