If you’ve been feeling stuck in life or business lately, you’re not alone. And more importantly, Gorgeous, you’re not broken.
It's a common thing we all go through from time to time and can actually be a blessing, when you look at it the right way. Read on for more on what this might mean and how to get 'unstuck'.
You’re Not Broken — You’re Being Called
I know how frustrating it is to feel like you’re spinning your wheels. You want momentum, clarity, purpose — but instead, you feel tired. Uninspired. Maybe even a little lost.
You keep showing up, doing the things, ticking the boxes... but it’s like something’s missing. You might even feel guilty about it — because from the outside, things look fine.
But on the inside, there’s a quiet voice whispering, “This isn’t it. There must be more than this.”
Or perhaps you're finding yourself procrastinating, kind of like you've lost that spark that once lit you up and gave you a reason to jump out of bed, full of excitement each morning.
And my beautiful friend, that voice matters. You need to listen to it.
What If “Stuck” Is Actually Sacred?
Most of us are taught to see feeling stuck as a problem.
Something to fix. Something to push through. Or something to get over — fast.
But what if that stuckness is actually something sacred?
What if it’s not a failure… but a signal?
A signal that:
- Something’s out of alignment
- You’ve outgrown an old version of yourself
- A new chapter is trying to emerge — but it needs space
- You’ve been carrying too much, for too long
- It’s time to listen inward, not push forward
In my experience (both personally and in working with thousands of women over the last 20+ years in business), that feeling of being stuck is almost always a sign that something deep within you is trying to get your attention.
Not to punish you.
And not to hold you back.
But to redirect you.
What’s Really Going On Beneath the Stuckness?
When we slow down and listen — really listen — we often find that feeling stuck is masking something deeper.
Here are a few common truths I’ve seen hiding underneath:
You’ve been in survival mode for too long
You have been doing what you have to do, not what you want to do. And it’s drained your spark.
You’ve outgrown what used to fit
The goals, habits or roles that once felt exciting now feel restrictive. You’ve evolved — but your life hasn’t caught up yet.
You’ve been too focused on others
While you’ve been busy taking care of your business, your clients, your family, your responsibilities... somewhere along the way, you forgot about you.
You’ve forgotten your dreams
They’re still there — waiting patiently. But it’s been so long since you thought about them, they’ve gone quiet.
Does any of that sound familiar?
If so, take a deep breath. There’s nothing wrong with you.
You’re just at a turning point. And while it may feel uncomfortable, this can actually be a beautiful beginning.
You Don’t Need to Have It All Figured Out
One of the most important things I’ve learned (and keep learning again and again) is this:
You don’t need to know the full plan before you take the first step.
You don’t have to overhaul your whole life. And nope, you don’t need a 12-month strategy. In fact, you don’t even need to be perfectly clear on your purpose.
You just need a little space.
Some time to reconnect with yourself.
A safe place to explore what you want next — and what you no longer want to carry.
And from that place, the next step usually becomes obvious... especially when you start asking yourself the right questions.
Feeling Stuck In Life Or Business Is A Nudge, Not A Life Sentence
Here’s something I hope you’ll hold close:
If you’re feeling stuck in life or business, it doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re being invited to realign.
You’re being asked to pause. To reflect. To remember what lights you up.
And sometimes, to finally put yourself back on the list.
Because when you’ve been stuck for a while, it’s easy to forget how good it feels to feel good.
But trust me, that spark is still in you. It’s just waiting for a little air and attention.
What Helped Me Most (And What Might Help You Too)
When I went through one of my own “stuck” seasons, I tried all the things. I journaled, I worked with coaches, I decluttered and I even restructured my business.
And while all of those helped in different ways, what made the biggest difference for me was taking time away.
Time to get out of my everyday environment.
Time to hear myself again.
And time to breathe — without feeling like I needed to fix, achieve or perform.
That space gave me clarity I’d been chasing for months.
And that’s exactly why I created my upcoming retreat.
Because I know how powerful it is to step away — just for a little while — and reconnect with the version of yourself you’ve been missing.
Could You Use A Little Space To Breathe?
If this post speaks to you, I want to invite you to something special:
My upcoming retreat + mastermind is for women just like you — women who’ve been doing it all, giving their all and are ready to reconnect with what they want, who they are and where they’re going next.
This retreat + mastermind isn't only a chance to rest (although there will be plenty of that too). More importantly, it’s about reigniting your spark and creating space for your next chapter to unfold — with clarity, intention and support.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed or just quietly craving something more, this could be exactly what you need.
✨ Click here to see more about the Reignite Your Life Retreat + Mastermind.
Let’s help you reconnect with yourself and your dreams, so you can start feeling like you again and life the life you were meant to live.
With love and belief in your next chapter,
Donna-Marie xo
