Motivation with Brendon Burchard

Why You Feel Stuck (How to Start Making Progress Again)

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Oct 23, 2025
Feeling stuck? You’re not alone! Discover how chronic stress and unrealistic expectations drain your motivation. Learn to simplify your problems and focus on one solvable issue instead of catastrophizing. Transform your self-talk from self-loathing to self-leadership for better progress. Explore the impact of social expectations on self-worth. Breaking free from these mental blocks can help you regain confidence and make meaningful strides forward!
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INSIGHT

Stop Globalizing Normal Stress

  • People often globalize and catastrophize normal stress into extreme labels like anxiety or writer's block.
  • Brendon argues this exaggeration prevents practical iteration and progress.
INSIGHT

Different Problems, Same Emotional Pattern

  • Perfectionism, low self-esteem, procrastination, and overwhelm share the same feelings and fixes when maladaptive.
  • Recognizing their common emotional profile helps target the root issues faster.
ADVICE

Watch For Heightened, Enduring Stress

  • Notice if stress is heightened and enduring; that's when normal stress becomes harmful.
  • Address chronic stress early before it becomes pervasive and blocks progress.
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