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You’re Not Stuck—You’re Believing a Lie About Your Identity
Description
Most people aren’t stuck because they lack opportunity—they’re stuck because of limiting beliefs, fear, and identity confusion they don’t even realize they’re carrying.
In this episode of The Pursuit of Calling, I sit down with licensed trauma therapist Michelle Croyle to talk about Christian mindset, emotional healing, and how internal beliefs shape your ability to step into your God-given calling.
We unpack how fear of failure, comparison, and past trauma patterns quietly keep Christian men and women stuck in cycles of self-doubt, procrastination, and settling for less than their potential.
This conversation is especially for you if you’re searching for things like:
- how to stop feeling stuck in life as a Christian man
- why am I afraid to pursue my calling
- how to overcome limiting beliefs and fear
- Christian mindset for purpose and direction
- how to find your God-given calling
- overcoming comparison and insecurity as a believer
We talk about:
- Why it’s actually “selfish” not to use your God-given gifts
- How fear and comfort quietly shape your decisions in life and career
- Why discomfort is often a sign of personal growth and spiritual development
- The hidden beliefs that keep you stuck in identity confusion and comparison traps
- How small, consistent steps lead to long-term purpose and calling clarity
- What it actually looks like to begin emotional healing and mindset renewal
If you’ve ever felt stuck, behind, unqualified, or unsure of your direction—this episode will challenge the way you see yourself and your calling.
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📌 CHAPTERS
00:00 - It's Selfish Not to Use the Gift God Gave You | Welcome to The Pursuit of Calling
01:02 - Michelle Croyle Intro + EMDR Therapy Explained
03:21 - Why This Applies to Men Too
05:01 - Breaking Out of Limiting Identity
07:06 - Why People Settle for Less
09:00 - Living Below Your Potential
11:02 - Fear and Survival Wiring
13:00 - Catching the Lies You Believe
14:26 - Turning Weakness Into Strength
17:09 - The Measuring Stick Problem
19:01 - Opinion vs Wisdom
21:39 - Discomfort vs Danger
23:55 - 13 Years of Small Steps
26:46 - Tools for Self-Discovery
27:38 - Where to Find Michelle Croyle