The Only Way Through is Through: Real Talk for When Growth Feels Freaking Hard

In this deeply honest solo episode, Emily shares what it’s really like to navigate the freaking hard seasons of growth and life. From the raw realities of her first trimester to the emotional rollercoaster of parenting, she opens up about feeling like a walking corpse, losing creative energy, and questioning how to keep going when everything feels impossibly heavy. If you’re in a season where growth feels brutal – whether that’s in business, motherhood, your mental health journey, or deconstructing old beliefs – this episode is here to remind you that you’re not alone. Emily offers real talk on why the only way through these hard seasons is through them, and how to keep putting one foot in front of the other, even when it feels like nothing is working. Tune in for a compassionate pep talk, vulnerable storytelling, and grounded inspiration for your journey. Because whether you’re feeling stuck, disoriented, or just tired of being in the thick of it, you’ll walk away remembering: better days are coming, and your growth is worth it. In this episode, I explore:The raw realities of surviving the first trimester of pregnancy while running a business and parenting young kidsWhy seasons of personal growth, healing, and entrepreneurship can feel impossibly hard – and what to do when you feel completely depletedHonest reflections on parenting kids with big feelings, emotional regulation, and witnessing their powerful growth over timeHow to keep moving forward when your energy, creativity, and motivation are gone (and why that’s normal)Letting go of guilt and expectations when life, motherhood, and business don’t look how you imaginedA compassionate pep talk on navigating hard seasons in life, parenting, and personal developmentReal talk on trusting your journey, building resilience, and remembering that better days are coming Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Connect with Emily:Website: www.EmilyReuschel.comInstagram: @emilyreuschelFacebook: Emily ReuschelLinkedIn: Emily ReuschelJoin my Book Insiders List: Sign up here! Resources and Links:Sign up here to get the inside scoop to my book writing journey!Book me as a speaker for your next event - email inquiries to emilyreuschel@gmail.com or schedule a call hereWild & Waking – Produced by Jill Carr Podcasting | Learn More