I'm too stuck in the past

In this episode of The Imposter, we explore what it really means to feel stuck in the past—and why moving forward can feel so difficult, even when we want to grow.

Sometimes the past was good. It felt safe, familiar, and meaningful. So we ask: If I’m okay here, why would I move into uncertainty or discomfort? Other times, we remain anchored to the past because facing our accountability feels confronting, or because something painful happened that we’ve never fully processed. Trauma, loss, betrayal, or disappointment can quietly freeze us in place.

We also talk about the unique struggle of feeling that a past experience was part of divine design—wondering whether we’ve truly learned all we were meant to learn, or fearing that moving on might mean missing something sacred or unresolved.

Together, we discuss how healing and forward movement don’t require erasing the past, but understanding it differently. We explore how the Savior’s Atonement offers space for both mercy and growth, and how professional support—such as working with a psychologist—can provide tools to process trauma, take healthy accountability, and build courage to step into the next chapter.

If you’ve ever felt caught between honoring your past and trusting your future, this episode is for you.