In episode 98, we’re talking about the reason you might feel stuck or “confused” about your next move. Most of the time, confusion isn’t about not knowing, it’s about fear.

Whether it’s fear of disappointing others, making the wrong choice, or stepping into something uncertain, what we often label as confusion is really a way of avoiding discomfort. In this episode, I share how to identify the difference between genuine uncertainty and emotional avoidance and what to do when overthinking keeps you from moving forward.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why confusion often masks fear and indecision

• How “research mode” becomes a way to delay taking action

• The connection between fear, perfectionism, and safety for women and women of color

• How to narrow down multiple options by using your values as a filter

• Why commitment, not clarity, creates confidence and momentum

You’ll hear client stories about navigating career pivots, side businesses, and big life decisions, and how choosing a direction, even when it’s imperfect, always leads to greater clarity than waiting ever could.

If you’ve been circling the same decisions, hoping to feel “ready,” this episode will help you recognize what’s really holding you back and take your next step with confidence.

Key Takeaways:

• Confusion is often fear in disguise

• Commitment creates clarity, not the other way around

• You don’t need more research, you need one clear action

• Discomfort is part of growth, not a sign to stop

• Trusting your decision-making changes everything

Chapters:

00:00 Understanding Confusion as Avoidance

09:47 Overcoming Analysis Paralysis from Too Many Options

17:50 Commitment as a Catalyst for Clarity

25:45 Next Steps and Reflection

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