# Why We Stay Stuck In Relationships

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Podcast: [Still Can't Cook](https://stenobird.com/podcast/still-can-t-cook-7122206)
Published: 2026-06-02T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Change sounds exciting in theory until you're actually living through it. In this episode, Kelley gets honest about what it feels like to outgrow routines, relationships and versions of yourself that once made you happy, and why so many of us stay attached to what’s familiar long after it stops serving us. From recognizing the subtle signs that you're entering a new season of life to understanding why change can feel so emotionally destabilizing, she breaks down the difference between comfort and fulfillment, and why growth often feels messy before it feels rewarding. If you've been feeling restless, disconnected from your old routines, uncertain about what comes next, or like your life no longer fits the person you're becoming, this episode is for you. Hungry for more? Follow us on Instagram & TikTok Produced by @sickbirdproductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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