In today’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful and uncomfortable truth: you can be incredibly productive and still be wildly ineffective. If you’ve ever felt like your days are full but your life feels stuck — this is for you.

I’m drawing inspiration from The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis — a book where the devil teaches his apprentice how to keep someone distracted from living a meaningful, intentional life. One of the strategies? Keep them trapped in their to-do list. Make them believe that daily logistics are real life — and never let them question it.

We’re talking about:

• The danger of mistaking motion for progress

• How the “secondary” quietly replaces the “primary”

• Why the tasks that feel urgent often aren't important

• How to reframe your days around what truly matters

This isn’t about doing less — it’s about making room for what’s real.

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In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal story — one that almost cost me my business, sabotaged my health, and left me emotionally flat: my addiction to novelty. I chased the next new thing like it was the answer to everything — and for a while, it felt like momentum. But the truth? It was misdirection.

Whether it’s in weight loss, business, or life, we’ve been conditioned to confuse excitement with effectiveness. And when the emotional high of “new” wears off, we think we’re off track. We’re not.

This episode is your reminder that consistency will always beat novelty — when you let it.

• Why chasing the “next new thing” feels like progress — but usually isn’t

• How emotional flatness isn’t failure — it’s feedback

• The difference between pushing and precision

• How to identify the “novelty trap” in your own life

• What sustainable progress actually looks and feels like

• Why you might be mistaking emotional withdrawal for being “off track”

• Questions to ask when you’re tempted to start over… again

• “Novelty gives you a hit but mastery gives you freedom.”

• “Progress isn’t about being emotionally high it’s about being directionally right.”

• “You’re not addicted to results, you’re addicted to change.”

• “You’re building a system, not chasing a feeling.”

• “Consistency isn’t built by flair, it’s built by follow-through.”

• The Consistency Course — If you’re ready to stop starting over and build something that lasts, this is for you.

• Want to talk about how this applies to your goals? DM me “TCC” on Instagram (@elizabethbenton) and let’s chat.

We love to call it a comfort zone, but let’s be honest — if you were truly comfortable, you wouldn’t be emailing me, considering a change, or listening to this podcast. What we call the “comfort zone” is almost never comfortable. It’s just known. Predictable. Familiar. And that’s a trap.

In this episode, I’m walking you through a powerful coaching conversation I had with someone on the fence about making a change. She thought she was afraid to leave her comfort zone… but what she was really bumping up against was the exposure of wanting more.

We’re getting into:

• Why what we label as comfort is often just familiarity

• The real reason you might be afraid to change (and what you’re already missing out on)

• How your current fear might just be a red triangle in the storybook Zoom — you’re too close to it to see what it really is

And most importantly, I’m sharing three practical ways to get out of the known zone and into forward momentum:

1. Make small changes — simple disruptions to your routines build pattern-breaking momentum

2. Create strategic disappointment — practice saying “no” in low-stakes moments so the harder ones don’t knock you down

3. Choose intentional vulnerability — share the thing you’d rather not share; say the thing you usually skip over

This isn’t about overhauling your life. It’s about doing one thing differently — and letting it open the door to change.

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Episode Summary: In this powerful solo episode, Elizabeth gets real about what it means to feel like you're drowning—in grief, in overwhelm, in apathy—and why that doesn't mean you get to stop. With raw stories from parenting, business, and everyday life, she dismantles the lies we believe when we're stuck and reminds us that swimming doesn't require strength—it just requires movement.

Whether you're spiraling in “I don’t care” or paralyzed by “I don’t know what to do,” this episode will call you up—not out—and show you exactly what it looks like to keep going when you're not sure you can.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why panic makes you sink—and how to stop it

• The difference between being stuck and choosing stillness

• The real reason “I don’t care” and “I don’t know what to do” are lies

• Practical ways to “swim” even in your hardest moments

• Why resourcefulness is your most underused superpower

• What Elizabeth tells herself when she’s tempted to shut down

Powerful Quotes:

“You don’t need all the answers. You just need your next question.” “If you didn’t care, it wouldn’t feel like a problem.” “No one is coming to swim for you. But help is everywhere if you reach for it.” “The very feeling that makes you feel stuck is the very reason you need to do something.”

Resources & Links:

• Email Elizabeth: [email protected]

• Join the Consistency Course

• See some of EB's Favorite Resources

If this episode spoke to you, share it with a friend who’s in deep water. Or screenshot and tag @elizabethbenton on Instagram—I want to hear what your next swim stroke is. 💬

If your routine only works when life is calm and controlled… it’s not a routine. It’s a trap.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest blocks to progress: the belief that consistency isn’t possible when life is unpredictable. Whether it’s school breaks, travel, toddler wake-ups, late meetings, or just the everyday chaos—this episode is here to help you build something that works in real life, not just in ideal conditions.

We’ll walk through:

• Why your chaos might be more predictable than you think

• How to stop starting over every time life changes

• What “anchor habits” are—and how to build your own

• Real examples from clients and my own routine

• The shift from “all or nothing” to “always something”

Plus, I’ll introduce you to a brand new tool inside The Consistency Course that can help coach you through your disruptors, anytime, anywhere.

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Tag me on Instagram @elizabethbenton and share your biggest takeaway from the episode. What’s one anchor habit you’re creating this week?

And remember—if you’re in the middle of the mess, this is the perfect time to build what’s real.

You’re not confused about your goals. You’re not unclear on what matters. You want change — so why aren’t you following through?

That question came up again and again in this past week’s check-ins, so I pulled the most common themes and patterns and unpacked them here.

This episode is for anyone who feels frustrated that their actions don’t line up with their intentions — and wants practical tools to break that cycle.

We’ll talk about:

• Why “this one thing won’t hurt” is keeping you stuck

• The danger of vague excuses like “I just let it get away from me”

• How to define the ideal — and why you need a vision to move toward

• The real difference between having a plan and being prepared to execute

• How to use “the lifespan of pleasure” to make better decisions

• And the skill that matters most when you drift off track (spoiler: it’s not willpower)

• Take the FREE Consistency Quiz Find out what’s really keeping you from staying consistent and get specific tools to fix it. 👉 primalpotential.com/quiz

• Join the Consistency Course If you’re tired of starting over, this is where we build real momentum — with coaching, tools, and strategy that work in real life. 🎯 primalpotential.com/get-consistent/

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Are you stuck at “better”?

Maybe life is okay. Maybe it’s even good — especially compared to where you used to be. But what if you’re unknowingly camping out at 60% of your potential… and calling it enough?

In this episode, I unpack what happens when progress becomes a plateau, and fear of restriction keeps us from discovering what’s truly possible.

We’ll explore:

• Why comfort can quietly block you from greatness

• The real reason your next level feels “too hard”

• How our brains lie to us about sacrifice and deprivation

• A client story that reveals the hidden trap of “better”

• What to do if your “why” feels shallow or fake

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve come so far… but I’m scared to go further,” this one’s for you.

• Why “better” isn’t the finish line — and how it becomes a subtle trap

• What to do if you're afraid of giving up your current comforts

• How to reframe restriction, routine, and what you think you're “missing out” on

• What it looks like to stop avoiding possibility

• Why you don’t need a big, dramatic “why” to change — and what to focus on instead

• How to win the next hour, not just the next month

• ✨ Jesse Itzler quote: “You didn’t sign up to be the 80% version of yourself.”

• 💡 Real client insights from The Consistency Course

• 🎯 How to reframe “rewards” like TV, snacks, and social scrolling

• 🛑 The truth about procrastination and “not having time”

• ✅ Take the Free Quiz to identify your biggest consistency barrier primalpotential.com/quiz Includes custom podcast episodes, tools, and personalized support.

• 🔥 Join The Consistency Course – where we don’t just chase goals, we close them. Weekly check-ins, 1:1 coaching, real progress. Learn more here

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You think you’re avoiding restriction. But what you’re really avoiding… is possibility.

Let’s find out how good it could actually be.

👉 Take the free Consistency Quiz: primalpotential.com/quiz Get personalized clarity on your #1 barrier to consistency — and exactly what to do about it.

If you’re in a hard season — a waiting season — this episode is for you.

Maybe your marriage feels fragile. Maybe work is overwhelming. Maybe you’re just… in the middle. Between stuck and change. Tired, but still hoping.

Today’s episode will help you stop using the hard as your excuse… and start using it as your reason.

You’ll learn how to use the waiting season to build something unshakable:

• A body you can feel proud of.

• A mind you can trust.

• A foundation that holds, even when everything else feels shaky.

Because you don’t wait for life to smooth out before you take ownership of your health, your thoughts, or your choices. You do it because life is hard.

• Why most people stay stuck in “waiting mode” and how to break out of it

• How taking care of yourself first creates clarity in your hardest seasons

• What it actually looks like to build a strong foundation — without fluff or perfection

• Specific ways to show up for yourself when you're overwhelmed or discouraged

• Why now is the perfect time to lead yourself powerfully — even if everything still feels messy

“You take ownership, get healthy, take action — not because life is smooth, but because it’s not.”

🎯 Ready to finally get consistent — even in the hard seasons? Take the free Consistency Quiz now to discover your biggest barrier and how to overcome it. 👉 primalpotential.com/quiz

You’ll get:

• Personalized insights

• A clear next step

• A powerful reason to stop starting over

🎧 Listen now, take the quiz, and stop waiting for change. Start building it.

But first! Take the quiz to identify your primary barrier to consistency: primalpotential.com/quiz

Let’s talk about what you’re avoiding — the scale, the check-in, the budget, the truth. Not because you don’t know… but because you don’t want to face it.

In this episode, we dive into Blind Spot Culture — the subtle but powerful way we avoid clarity and call it "grace" or "self-care" while continuing to drift. Whether it’s telling yourself food is comfort, or skipping your check-in because “you already know it was a bad week,” this kind of avoidance is robbing you of the change you say you want.

We’ll unpack:

• What blind spots really are (hint: they’re not about ignorance)

• Why we avoid feedback, mirrors, and metrics

• How “comfort” habits like overeating are masking deeper needs

• What it’s actually costing you to avoid facing the truth

• Simple ways to break free from the patterns that are keeping you stuck

If you're ready to stop drifting and finally build momentum, this episode is a must-listen.

• Avoidance isn’t protection — it’s a trap.

• The truth doesn’t get more painful when you face it — it gets more useful.

• Food, distractions, and "grace" are often just blind spots in disguise.

• The moment you look is the moment you take your power back.

If you’re stuck in a pattern of inconsistency — start by identifying what’s actually in your way.

👉 Take the free quiz to uncover your #1 barrier to consistency and what to do about it: primalpotential.com/quiz

Share it with a friend who needs a breakthrough or tag me on Instagram @elizabethbenton — I love hearing what resonates with you most.

This is your wake-up call. Not because you’re lazy. Not because you’re broken. But because you’re stuck in patterns that are keeping you from the life you say you want.

In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise with a direct, no-fluff pep talk for the days you’re tempted to quit, coast, or wait for “later.” Whether you’re in a funk, making excuses, or just need a reminder of what’s at stake — this is for you.

You’ll hear about:

• Why your comfort zone is costing you more than you think

• The brutal truth about giving yourself “a pass”

• The mindset that makes success inevitable

• How every excuse is a vote for the life you don’t want

• Why change won’t happen until you decide it’s non-negotiable

If you keep putting it off, you’re not just delaying the life you want — you’re building regret. You’re either going to do the work, or you’re going to wish you had.

🎧 Listen when you need:

• A kickstart after falling off track

• A mindset reset on a low-motivation day

• A reminder of why your future depends on today’s choices

Want to work with me inside The Consistency Course? Learn more and start now right here! 

Tag me on Instagram @elizabethbenton and tell me your favorite moment or biggest takeaway — I want to hear what hit home for you.