The Spiritual Perspective

Why Life Feels So Hard (And How to See the Bigger Picture)

Light Watkins

Ever feel like you’re doing everything right—checking all the boxes—but still end up stuck in the same patterns of frustration, anxiety, or overwhelm?

In this episode, I break down why life feels so hard sometimes and how the way we see our challenges can either keep us trapped or set us free. We’ll explore the difference between operating at ground level—where every problem feels like a crisis—and learning to rise above the chessboard to see the bigger picture.

You’ll learn:

Why success alone doesn’t bring lasting peace

How ground-level thinking fuels drama and keeps you stuck

The empowering (but uncomfortable) truth about who’s really in control

How to shift from short-term comfort to long-term fulfillment

And why inner work is the key to navigating life’s ups and downs without losing yourself

If you’re ready to stop reacting and start responding from a place of clarity and purpose, this episode will show you how.