Something feels off, but you can’t quite put your finger on it. You go through the motions every day, but deep down you know something needs to change.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too—stuck in routines that felt comfortable but slowly drained my energy, purpose, and joy. Sometimes, life whispers that it’s time for a change. Other times, it screams.
Whether it’s your career, habits, spiritual connection, or the way you spend your time, here are four signs it might be time to make a shift—and what you can do about it.
1. You Feel Tired All the Time (Even After Sleeping)
I used to think being constantly tired just came with adulthood. I’d sleep eight hours, wake up, and still feel sluggish. At first, I blamed it on work or lack of caffeine. But the truth was, my lifestyle was draining me more than any job ever could.
Back when I was stuck in a cycle of binge eating, staying up too late playing video games, and not taking care of my body, I was always worn out. I wasn’t moving my body regularly. I wasn’t eating foods that nourished me. I wasn’t connected to a deeper purpose. My energy wasn’t low because of sleep—it was low because of how I was living.
If your body feels heavy and your mind feels foggy, take a look at the day-to-day habits that may be weighing you down.
Try this:
- Get outside for 15 minutes of sunlight in the morning
- Replace just one processed meal or snack with something colorful and fresh
- Cut screen time by an hour at night to improve your sleep quality
Little shifts matter. I didn’t change everything overnight. But when I started walking a bit more, choosing better food, and going to bed earlier, my energy slowly started to come back.
2. You Keep Saying “I’ll Start Tomorrow”
Tomorrow is the most dangerous word in personal growth.
For years, I told myself I’d “start Monday.” Whether it was quitting junk food, cutting back on drinking, or getting serious about my goals, it was always later. But I had to face the hard truth—waiting was just a way to avoid discomfort.
Eventually, I decided to stop giving Future Me all the responsibility and instead take one tiny step right now.
If you keep pushing important changes off to some magical “perfect time,” ask yourself: Why not today? You don’t need the perfect plan. You just need to move.
Here’s how to take that first step:
- Set a timer for 10 minutes and do one action you’ve been avoiding
- Drink a glass of water and stretch instead of reaching for a soda
- Write down a small, doable goal for today—not next week
Starting small helped me lose over 110 pounds. I didn’t overhaul my life overnight—I just kept showing up each day with one better choice.
3. You Don’t Feel Excited Anymore
When you stop feeling excited about your life, it’s a sign something’s off. It doesn’t mean every day should be fireworks and celebration, but you should feel a spark somewhere.
There was a time when I felt numb. I wasn’t growing spiritually. I wasn’t inspired by my work. Even social stuff felt like effort. That’s when I knew I needed more than a surface-level fix—I needed deeper purpose.
That’s when I started turning to my faith. Reading the Bible, praying, and exploring the teachings of Christian Orthodoxy helped me reconnect to something bigger than myself. Slowly, I started to feel alive again.
If life feels dull, empty, or like you’re just waiting for the weekend, ask yourself:
- What used to bring me joy that I’ve stopped doing?
- Am I spending time on things that really matter—or just filling space?
- What would make me feel more connected spiritually or emotionally?
You might not have all the answers, and that’s okay. But exploring your “why” can light that spark again.
4. Your Habits Hold You Back, Not Lift You Up
We’re creatures of habit. And those habits either build us up or keep us stuck.
Look at your typical day. Is it full of things that move you toward the person you want to be? Or things that keep you in the same loop?
I used to spend hours gaming, snacking on junk food, procrastinating, and telling myself I’d get serious “later.” I didn’t feel proud of who I was becoming. Once I realized that, I had to face those habits head-on.
Here’s what helped me shift:
- Short bursts of deep work each day (just 2–4 hours of focused effort made a huge difference)
- Daily gratitude journaling to train my mind to focus on growth
- Celebrating small wins instead of waiting for big milestones
You don’t have to quit everything cold turkey, but be honest with yourself about what’s helping and what’s hurting. Then adjust one thing at a time.
Good habits don’t need to be huge. They just need to be consistent.
It Starts With One Brave Step
Change feels scary. You won’t always be ready. But here’s what I learned: the first step is never as big as it seems.
Maybe today, your first step is turning off the TV and going for a 10-minute walk. Or maybe it’s calling someone you trust and saying out loud, “I want something different.”
God doesn’t ask us to have everything figured out. He asks us to trust Him, take action, and turn toward the path that brings life.
So, let me ask you: What’s one small shift you can make today?
Write it down. Commit to it. See where it leads.
You deserve a life that feels whole and meaningful—not one you’re sleepwalking through.
You’ve got one life. Live it on purpose.
