About this episode
In this empowering solo episode of Straight Talking Sustainability, host Emma Burlow tackles a challenge familiar to many sustainability professionals: feeling stuck.Drawing on years of experience, Emma offers a compassionate but practical framework for getting unstuck, starting with self-awareness, small wins, and intentional discomfort.This is not about fixing everything overnight. It’s about building momentum, one micro-step at a time, and creating a safe space to reflect, be honest, and act, even when the big picture feels too heavy.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I doing enough?” or “Where do I even begin?”, this episode is your invitation to stop spiraling and start experimenting, with courage, clarity, and community.In this episode, you'll discover:Why starting small is the most powerful way to get unstuckHow internal blockers, not lack of knowledge, keep us frozenThe trap of perfectionism and the fear of judgmentA simple, 3-step personal framework to move forwardWhy micro discomfort leads to macro changeHighlights:02:00 – Why the sustainability community needs self-reflection more than judgment05:00 – “Start with micro wins.” Emma breaks down her 3-part unsticking method08:00 – Reframe fear: Can’t vs. won’t vs. don’t want to11:00 – You don’t need a big idea, just a small move13:00 – Emma: “Get out of your comfort zone in a micro way.”Mia Mottley PM Barbados - Gordian KnotSpeech: Mia Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados at the Opening of the #COP26 World Leaders SummitLiz Gadd LinkedIn PostConnect with Emma:WebsiteEmailEmma Burlow - LinkedInBook an enquiry call with Emmahttps://calendly.com/emma-lighthouse/20min
