Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago
Episode 22 — You’re Doing a Lot — But Is It Working?
In this episode of Feelings You Can Trust, we’re talking about prioritized action — and the self-awareness required to admit when our actions don’t actually support the life we say we want.
This conversation is about honesty, alignment, and recognizing when we’re staying busy to avoid discomfort rather than moving with intention. We explore how priorities are revealed through action (not intention), why distraction can feel productive, and how momentum is created when your behavior finally matches your vision.
We also discuss the difference between intentional stillness and immobilization, why growth isn’t a dramatic leap but a slow-moving river, and how to assess your daily actions without shame.
In this episode, we cover:
✨The difference between doing things and taking prioritized action
✨How your visualization reveals your real priorities
✨Why some actions feel productive but miss the “bullseye”
✨When distractions act as emotional security blankets
✨Intentional stillness vs. fear-based avoidance
✨Why momentum only comes from aligned action
✨Learning through action instead of rumination
This episode is an invitation to stop judging yourself — and start telling yourself the truth.
⏱️ EPISODE 22 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Welcome back + holiday reflections
01:30 — Panic attacks returning & listening to the body
04:40 — Understanding anxiety beyond intellectual awareness
07:23 — School, injustice, and nervous system overwhelm
10:25 — Regulation, sustainability, and stress hormones
12:30 — Accepting long-term support & therapy
13:25 — Reading updates & book club interest
18:03 — Listener letters reminder
19:15 — FYCT framework refresher
19:52 — Step four: taking prioritized action
21:16 — The difference between action and aligned action
22:14 — How visualization reveals true priorities
24:10 — When priorities and behavior don’t match
26:03 — Self-awareness without shame
26:33 — Stillness as an intentional action
28:50 — Growth as a river, not a leap
34:00 — The bullseye metaphor: action vs. distraction
36:11 — Distractions as comfort and security
37:15 — Learning through action, not rumination
39:00 — When action feels triggering
40:05 — Final thoughts + see you next episode
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The perspectives shared in this episode are based on personal experience, reflection, and ongoing education. I am not a licensed therapist, and nothing discussed in this podcast should be considered medical, clinical, or legally binding advice. Please seek support from a licensed mental health professional for guidance specific to your individual needs.
Episode 22 — You’re Doing a Lot — But Is It Working?
In this episode of Feelings You Can Trust, we’re talking about prioritized action — and the self-awareness required to admit when our actions don’t actually support the life we say we want.
This conversation is about honesty, alignment, and recognizing when we’re staying busy to avoid discomfort rather than moving with intention. We explore how priorities are revealed through action (not intention), why distraction can feel productive, and how momentum is created when your behavior finally matches your vision.
We also discuss the difference between intentional stillness and immobilization, why growth isn’t a dramatic leap but a slow-moving river, and how to assess your daily actions without shame.
In this episode, we cover:
✨The difference between doing things and taking prioritized action
✨How your visualization reveals your real priorities
✨Why some actions feel productive but miss the “bullseye”
✨When distractions act as emotional security blankets
✨Intentional stillness vs. fear-based avoidance
✨Why momentum only comes from aligned action
✨Learning through action instead of rumination
This episode is an invitation to stop judging yourself — and start telling yourself the truth.
⏱️ EPISODE 22 TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Welcome back + holiday reflections
01:30 — Panic attacks returning & listening to the body
04:40 — Understanding anxiety beyond intellectual awareness
07:23 — School, injustice, and nervous system overwhelm
10:25 — Regulation, sustainability, and stress hormones
12:30 — Accepting long-term support & therapy
13:25 — Reading updates & book club interest
18:03 — Listener letters reminder
19:15 — FYCT framework refresher
19:52 — Step four: taking prioritized action
21:16 — The difference between action and aligned action
22:14 — How visualization reveals true priorities
24:10 — When priorities and behavior don’t match
26:03 — Self-awareness without shame
26:33 — Stillness as an intentional action
28:50 — Growth as a river, not a leap
34:00 — The bullseye metaphor: action vs. distraction
36:11 — Distractions as comfort and security
37:15 — Learning through action, not rumination
39:00 — When action feels triggering
40:05 — Final thoughts + see you next episode
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
The perspectives shared in this episode are based on personal experience, reflection, and ongoing education. I am not a licensed therapist, and nothing discussed in this podcast should be considered medical, clinical, or legally binding advice. Please seek support from a licensed mental health professional for guidance specific to your individual needs.
