When Doing Everything "Right" Feels Wrong

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right, but still feel lost in life? Maybe you followed the rules, checked the boxes, built the career, bought the house, and did what you were supposed to do—only to realize you’re living on autopilot and wondering, “Is this actually my life?” In this video, we’re talking about feeling stuck in life, life transitions, intentional living, finding your purpose, and what it looks like to choose your own path instead of simply following the roadmap you were handed. I’ll share five shifts that helped me move from autopilot to intentional living: listening to your own voice, defining your non-negotiables, choosing your path, getting comfortable with disappointing people, and building a life around your purpose—not your fear. If you’re navigating a life transition, questioning what’s next, or ready for some self-discovery and personal growth, this conversation is for you. The question is: What happens when you’ve done everything right… and realize it’s time to decide what’s right for YOU? What's Inside This Video: • 00:57 I Did Everything Right. So Why Did My Life Feel Wrong? • 01:53 Living By a Checklist • 05:36 Is This It? Living on Autopilot • 10:06 What Is Intentional Living • 12:47 Shift 1: Whose Voice Are You Listening To • 15:17 Shift 2: Define Your Non-Negotiables • 17:17 Shift 3: Choose Your Own Path • 18:34 Shift 4: Get Comfortable with Disappointing People • 20:55 Shift 5: Build a Life Around Your Purpose…Not Your Fear • 24:06 The Checkboxes Are A Life • 25:54 Work With Me :-) Subscribe:    / @drsharinicole   Who is Dr. Shari Nicole: Hey there, I'm Dr. Shari! Psychologist, wellness coach, speaker, and big believer in living on your own terms: with awareness, intention, action, and empowerment. Here to share tools, truth, and a little joy along the way! I’m building a life between North America and East Africa. Learning a new language. Planning a wedding across continents. Rebuilding everything I thought I’d stabilized. Some days with grace. Some days with tears. All days with intention. This is that story messy, honest, and yours if you need it. PS: If you came here from Instagram, from a retreat, from the WISE Journal, or from someone who shared this with you, I’m so glad you’re here. There is room for you in this circle. Want To Go Deeper? I write about becoming, identity, psychology, and the questions we don't always have answers for on Substack. Read The Becoming Blueprint: https://becomingblueprint.substack.com/ Connect with me: Website: www.drsharinicole.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/drsharinikole/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrShariNicole Ready to Start The Work Today?! Schedule One-on-One Coaching: www.drsharinicole.com/book-online Becoming Kick-Start Resources: https://www.drsharinicole.com/categor... A note: The content on this channel is for educational and reflective purposes and is not a substitute for individual psychological care or professional advice.