At some point in practice, many of us wonder: Why does it feel like I’m not growing anymore?

In this excerpt from our Community Gathering Q&A, a student opens up about reaching a plateau after years of mindfulness and healing work.

Sean Fargo offers a compassionate reframing that feeling stuck is not failure, but often a sign that something deeper is asking for attention. Along the way, he shares practical ways to soften this stuckness — from grounding in nature, to seeking help and support, to practicing forgiveness and self-compassion.

This conversation reminds us that plateaus are not the end of the journey, but turning points that can open us into greater freedom, resilience, and wholeness.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro

01:32 – Updating the Blueprint

02:26 – Stuck Energy

03:30 – Asking for Support

04:40 – Grounding & Renewal Practices

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What to Do When You Feel Stuck in Your Mindfulness Practice

Mindfulness Exercises, with Sean Fargo

What to Do When You Feel Stuck in Your Mindfulness Practice