5 Myths That Keep You Stuck (And What to Believe Instead)
- Natasha Hillsman
- Jul 2
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 8
There’s a story many of us were handed about what it means to be “successful.” Work hard. Don’t complain. Climb the ladder. Do more. Be grateful. Stay busy. And if you’re not okay, push through anyway. Sound familiar?
At WellHill Coaching & Wellness, I work with brilliant, high-achieving people who followed that story to the letter — and still ended up burned out, restless, or quietly asking: Is this it? If that’s you, let me lovingly bust some myths that might be keeping you stuck.
MYTH #1  | Success means you’re always happy. | TRUTH: You can be grateful and crave more. You can have the title, the house, the resume — and still feel a deep ache for something different. That doesn’t make you ungrateful. It makes you human. It means your soul is evolving, and success needs a new definition. |
MYTH #2  | Burnout is just a side effect of being a high performer. | TRUTH: Burnout isn’t about how you spend your time. It’s about how you spend your energy. You’re not tired because your calendar is full — you’re tired because your spirit is drained. Burnout often means you’ve been overgiving, overproving, and overperforming in spaces that don’t feed your soul. Healing comes from reconnecting with what does. |
MYTH #3  | Clarity comes from achieving more. | TRUTH: Clarity comes from feeling deeper. Your intellect can solve a spreadsheet. But it can’t make your next chapter feel right. True clarity doesn’t come from forcing decisions — it comes from quieting the noise, tuning into your body, and listening to the knowing you’ve been taught to ignore. Spoiler: It’s already within you. |
MYTH #4  | I’m too busy to take time for self development. | TRUTH: You’re right on time. Comparison is a liar, and “should” is a trap. The truth? Your timing is sacred. Sometimes we need to unravel to rise. Sometimes we need to pause to see clearly. Your journey isn’t late. It’s unfolding — beautifully, bravely, and exactly as it should. |
MYTH #5  | Freedom means making dramatic change. | TRUTH: Freedom means feeling at home in yourself — no matter where you are. You don’t have to move to a cabin in the woods or quit your job to feel free (unless you want to). Freedom starts by reclaiming your voice, your needs, your truth. It’s an inside job — and it changes everything. |
If any of this feels familiar, you’re not alone. You’re standing at the edge of your next chapter, and it’s full of possibility. The first step isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about showing up, feeling what’s real, and trusting that you’re moving toward something beautiful.
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