538. Caterpillar Season

In today's episode of the Daily Drive, I dive into the powerful metaphor that so many chase the butterfly life—freedom, beauty, success—without embracing the gritty caterpillar season of struggle, failure, falling flat, and doing the unglamorous work (shoveling poop, as I put it). The truth is, transformation demands enduring that uncomfortable, low-status phase where progress feels slow and invisible. The real question becomes: how do you actually bring more enthusiasm, energy, and even excitement to those tough caterpillar days instead of just white-knuckling through them? I break down mindset shifts, practical ways to reframe the grind, and why leaning into the mess—rather than resisting it—is what ultimately speeds up the metamorphosis. If you're in a season that feels like crawling instead of flying, this one's for you: own the caterpillar, love the process, and the wings come.