Have you ever wondered, “How did I end up here?” You’re busy, going through the motions, but deep down, you feel stuck, drained, or disconnected. In today’s episode, I kick off a brand-new series, Don’t Quit in the Rut, and we’re starting with a powerful truth—you can’t change what you don’t recognize. That’s why we’re diving into the five most common ruts we all face, the subtle statements we tell ourselves when we’re stuck, and how to start waking up to the patterns silently limiting our growth. I’ll help you spot your rut, reflect on how long you’ve been in it, and challenge you to get honest about what it’s costing you. This conversation isn’t about shame but awareness, movement, and hope. Because you’re not broken, and you’re definitely not too far gone. Let’s name the rut and start climbing out—together. Timeline Summary[4:15] - Defining a “rut”: what it is—and what it’s not [7:22] - The Career Rut – “You’re stuck in a job that pays the bills but starves your purpose.” [9:45] - The Relationship Rut – “When conversation turns to convenience, connection starts to decay.” [12:33] - The Personal Growth Rut – “Growth doesn’t happen by accident.” [15:09] - The Faith or Purpose Rut – “Even when you’re disconnected, God hasn’t stopped calling you.” [17:42] - The Health and Energy Rut – “Your body and mind aren’t your enemies—they’re trying to alert you.” [21:01] - How we drift into ruts without even realizing it [24:05] - Four reasons we stay stuck (and how to break free) [26:48] - Your 3 questions for reflection: It’s time to write this down. [28:50] - A preview of next week’s episode: The Dip The 5 Main Types of Ruts1. The Career Rut 👉 “You’re stuck in a job that pays the bills but starves your purpose.” You’re good at what you do, but the passion is gone. You’ve “lost that loving feeling,” and it shows. You’re clocking in and out, maybe even succeeding externally—but deep down, you were made for more than a paycheck. 2. The Relationship Rut 👉 “When conversation turns to convenience, connection starts to decay.” Whether it’s a disconnected marriage or a one-sided friendship, the spark is missing. You’re going through the motions, and relationships that once brought joy now feel transactional, hollow, or strained. 3. The Personal Growth Rut 👉 “Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens because you pursue it.” You’ve stopped stretching, stopped learning. Life may look “fine,” but inside, you’re stagnant. You’re not thriving, just surviving, and deep down, you’ve lost your hunger for becoming better. 4. The Faith or Purpose Rut 👉 “Even when you’re disconnected, God hasn’t stopped calling you.” You believe in something greater, but it feels distant. You might go through the motions spiritually, but your soul feels dry. Whether it’s a purpose lull or a spiritual drought, it’s time to reconnect. 5. The Health & Energy Rut 👉 “Your body and mind aren’t enemies—they’re trying to alert you.” You’re tired all the time—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Maybe your habits have slipped, or you’re doing all the right things but still feel drained. This rut sneaks in when we ignore the signals and feel depleted. 3 Reflection Questions to Write DownTake a moment to journal or talk through these prompts: What rut or ruts
