Stoic Coffee Break 269 - Getting Unstuck
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Aug 30, 2023 The podcast explores why people get stuck in life and provides strategies for getting unstuck, emphasizing fear as the primary obstacle to progress. It delves into the struggles of perfectionism and procrastination, and suggests techniques to overcome inertia. The hosts reflect on the podcast's journey and introduce the Stoic Coffee House, a community supporting individuals in living by stoic principles.
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Fear Causes Getting Stuck
- Fear is the primary cause of getting stuck in life, mostly generated by our own minds and imagined pain.
- Fear of failure and fear of the unknown often paralyze progress and confine us to comfortable ruts.
Eric's Podcast Struggle Story
- Eric Cloward shares weekly struggles with creating podcast episodes, emphasizing the challenge and effort involved.
- He uses episode creation as a means to work through personal challenges and share solutions.
Reasons We Get Stuck
- Common causes of being stuck include lack of resources, dependence on others, and burnout.
- Time scarcity and interpersonal conflicts often limit progress in personal growth and goals.