When Enough Is Enough: What to Do When You’re Stuck

Jul 15

A working mom with her head in her hands at a cluttered desk, looking overwhelmed, symbolizing burnout and the feeling of being stuck. — *Treading water? If you're feeling overwhelmed, know that recognizing the breaking point is the* *first powerful step. #MomBurnout #FeelingStuck #WhenEnoughIsEnough*

When Your Level of Toleration Hits a Breaking Point… And You Still Do Nothing

A word from Kara and Greer: Oftentimes we wait until our breaking point to make a change and even then we are hesitant. Fear sets in and we find ourselves “trading short term discomfort for long term dysfunction.” In one of the recent cohorts we facilitated, we shared this phrase and it struck a major chord for one of our participants. She resonated so deeply with the sentiment that it became her new barometer for how she wanted to relate to making changes in her life. As you meander through this blog post, think about how this phrase impacts you, and why you might still find yourself paralyzed even when you’re treading water.

Recognizing the Breaking Point

Tolerating too much for too long leads to resentment and burnout. The Cleveland Clinic warns that chronic stress from tolerating the intolerable can cause emotional exhaustion and physical symptoms.

Signs include:

Feeling stuck or helpless.
Suppressing frustration or anger.
Waking up dreading the day.

A mom, with hesitation and the internal struggle of making difficult changes. — That knot in your stomach when you know a change is needed, but fear keeps you silent? You're not alone. Often, the cost of inaction is far greater than the discomfort of speaking up. What small step can you take today to quiet that fear? #FearOfChange *#TakingAction* *#MomLifeStruggles*

Why We Stay Silent

According to Psychology Today, many stay silent because of fear: fear of conflict, rejection, or disrupting stability. But inaction often costs more than speaking up.

Steps Toward Change

Acknowledge your feelings: Name what you’re tolerating and why it’s unsustainable.
Set micro-boundaries: Start with small, specific changes, like saying no to extra tasks that don’t serve you.
Seek support: Talk to trusted friends or professionals who can validate your experience and help you plan next steps.