We’ve all had days that feel like they’re on repeat—wake up, work, eat, sleep, repeat. But what if you were actually stuck in the same day, over and over again? That’s exactly what happens to Phil Connors in Groundhog Day, and it’s why this movie is so much more than just a comedy.

At first, Phil is selfish and cynical, using the time loop to indulge in anything he wants. But after reliving the same mistakes countless times, he starts to change. He learns that happiness doesn’t come from power or control—it comes from selflessness and genuine care for others. His journey mirrors something much deeper: the idea of purgatory, where transformation happens not through punishment but through learning to let go of ourselves.

What if the frustrating loops in our own lives are actually an invitation to grow? If we stopped focusing on what we want and instead looked at how we could help others, how different would our days feel?

That’s the real magic of Groundhog Day, and in this episode, I dive into why this story is still so powerful today.