Getting in Our Own Way

What if the thing you think is “broken” in your life… isn’t broken at all?

In this episode of the Life Purposely Podcast, Elizabeth Keiper-Aguirre shares a simple, real-life moment—buying a new hair straightener that kept pulling her hair—and the insight that followed. The tool wasn’t the problem. The pressure was.

By gripping too tightly and trying to control the outcome, Elizabeth realized she was creating her own frustration. And it sparked a bigger reflection on how often we do this in our lives—tightening our grip on habits, relationships, healing, or growth instead of pausing to notice where ease and awareness are being replaced by force.

This episode invites you to explore where you may be getting in your own way—not because you aren’t trying hard enough, but because you might be trying too hard. Elizabeth offers a simple, actionable reflection to help you release pressure without giving up on what truly matters.

Sometimes the thing isn’t broken.
 Sometimes it’s just asking for a gentler approach.

Thanks for tuning in—now go do one thing today that aligns with the life you’re here to live. Let’s keep living life purposely.