
← Small Girl, Big Talk12 Feb · 18 min
72. Why 'Just Start' Advice Doesn't Work for Women in Their 30s and 40s
<p>If the advice to “just start” actually worked… we all would’ve done something by now, right?</p><p>In this episode, we’re talking about why so many women in their 30s and 40s feel stuck, and why it’s not because you’re lazy, unmotivated, or scared.</p><p>We talk about the different types of stuck-ness and why change feels heavier when you’re older compared to your 20s. I also share about the 4 pillars that helped me move forward, and why I believe it’ll help you move forward too.</p><p>If you’ve been feeling behind, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself, you have to watch this now.</p><p>🌼 <strong>Apply for 1-on-1 Coaching with me now:</strong> <a href="https://coaching.wendyvaz.com/">https://coaching.wendyvaz.com/</a></p><p><strong>TIMESTAMP:</strong></p><p>0:00 intro – you’re not lazy or scared, you’re just stuck</p><p>0:58 the three types of feeling stuck</p><p>1:05 “i don’t know what i want”</p><p>1:49 “i know what i want but i can’t move”</p><p>2:39 “i want too many things at once”</p><p>4:10 changing in your 20s vs your 30s</p><p>5:01 why the stakes feel higher now</p><p>6:21 invisible responsibilities women carry</p><p>7:30 the evidence you’ve collected that says you’re not enough</p><p>8:27 4 pillars to break out of feeling stuck</p><p>9:40 mind: shifting mindset & building mental resilience</p><p>10:40 body: nervous system safety before action</p><p>11:32 systems: small sustainable steps that actually work</p><p>13:06 community: why you can’t do this alone</p><p>14:11 reflection homework for next week</p><p>16:20 outro + working together</p><p><strong>If you liked this video, you might also enjoy:</strong></p><ul><li>When Did Wanting More in Life Start Feeling Wrong? | Life in Your 30s - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UPCJhCJNKsSPlGFVtlp60?si=fe98b407e58b412b">https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UPCJhCJNKsSPlGFVtlp60?si=fe98b407e58b412b</a></li><li>Imposter Syndrome Stopping You from Achieving Your Goals | It's Not Mindset—It’s Your Nervous System - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dZd61OuVLwsKG7ldeKdcp?si=7a11e013d7a64cfd">https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dZd61OuVLwsKG7ldeKdcp?si=7a11e013d7a64cfd</a></li><li>Declutter Your Life: Reset Your Space, Mind, and Goals - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iZFhIRpzwdM8649mk1Sgw?si=a96a4a4bb17b4738">https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iZFhIRpzwdM8649mk1Sgw?si=a96a4a4bb17b4738</a></li><li>Your Comfort Zone Is Quietly Stealing Your Life - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3acxsda6ddvygx89eAyIbp?si=6bac058822694c42">https://open.spotify.com/episode/3acxsda6ddvygx89eAyIbp?si=6bac058822694c42</a></li></ul><p><strong>Follow for more:</strong>🎬 Follow me on YouTube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WendyVaz/">https://www.youtube.com/@WendyVaz/</a>🌻 Subscribe to my newsletter - <a href="https://wendyvaz.substack.com/">https://wendyvaz.substack.com/</a>🌼 Follow me on IG & TikTok: @wendyvazzy</p><p><strong>For Sponsorship and Collaboration:</strong> <a href="mailto:hello@wendyvaz.com">hello@wendyvaz.com</a></p>