You know that restless, irritable, discontent feeling that makes everything feel like “too much and not enough” all at once? Today I went rucking, did yoga, handled some recovery paperwork, and even relaxed poolside, and yet I felt all day like I was trying to outrun my restlessness. It can be frustrating and even shameful when I’m doing all the right things but still feel hollow inside. My internal critic gives me a guilt trip that I should feel lucky to be alive and grateful always.

It’s okay to feel discontent, and it doesn’t mean I’m broken or backsliding. I know this discomfort is a signal or spiritual nudge. And after talking through it on my podcast today, I determined that boredom is masking a deeper need for connection.

When life feels flat despite our efforts, it’s okay to pause and ask yourself what you’re hungry for right now? Emotional sobriety helps us notice the off-ness and staying curious. Maybe the answer isn’t doing more but reconnecting with why we’re doing it. These moments of discontent can be teachers, gently pointing us toward a new fulfilling direction.

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