When you start a new habit or step into a new identity, it usually begins with excitement. You feel ready. Motivated. Hopeful. And then, a few days in, it suddenly feels harder than you expected. Old patterns show up. Your energy dips. And part of you wants to go back to what’s familiar.
In Episode 64 of Hermit Haven, we talk about that in-between space — the part of growth no one really warns you about. The moment when your nervous system tries to pull you back to who you used to be, not because you’re weak, but because familiarity feels safe.
This episode is all about realigning when you feel yourself drifting. We explore why change feels uncomfortable even when it’s good for you, how to reconnect to the deeper “why” behind your goals, and how to stay consistent with the habits, identities, and promises you’re making to yourself.
We also share simple, gentle ways to pause before old coping patterns, shift your self-talk, and create an environment that supports the version of you you’re becoming — whether that’s through calming rituals, better boundaries, or kinder inner dialogue.
If you’ve been feeling excited about a new chapter but also tempted to retreat back to old ways, this episode is your reminder that you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just in the middle of becoming someone new.
After you listen, we invite you to join us in the Hermit Haven community and share what you’re realigning with right now — a habit, an identity, or a promise to yourself. You don’t have to do this alone. 💗
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