What to Do When Your Goal No Longer Feels Right

What to Do When Your Goal No Longer Feels Right

Author: Light Watkins February 9, 2026 Duration: 15:22
Doubting your goals doesn’t mean you’re failing—it usually means you’re growing. In this episode, I break down why doubt shows up when you’re on a meaningful path, and why the assumption that things should feel easier is often what keeps people stuck. From a spiritual perspective, goals aren’t meant to unfold in a straight line. The friction, setbacks, and uncertainty are not detours—they’re the training ground. We explore the difference between optimizing for comfort versus optimizing for gr...

Light Watkins hosts The Spiritual Perspective, a podcast built for those who walk a spiritual path but find themselves confronted by the gritty, often uncomfortable realities of daily life. It’s one thing to discuss peace and love in the abstract; it’s another to navigate the moral complexities of world events, personal betrayals, or difficult relationships. This show directly tackles that gap. Each episode takes a grounded, practical look at life’s hardest questions-from societal issues to deeply personal dilemmas-without resorting to simplistic or overly optimistic platitudes. You’ll hear thoughtful explorations that honor a spiritual foundation while remaining firmly rooted in the real world, where answers are rarely black and white. The conversations in this podcast are designed for anyone seeking clarity and integrity when facing nuanced situations, offering a framework to reflect and respond from a place of conscious awareness. Tune in for a candid, unflinching dialogue that bridges inner belief with outer action.
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