What should supervisors do when a registrar’s learning progress is slower than expected? In this fourth episode of the ACRRM RG podcast Supervisors’ Compass, Dr James Best and Professor Richard Hays are joined by Dr Emily Moody to discuss how supervisors can recognise and respond when progress seems to stall.   They explore common causes such as distraction, workload, wellbeing, and learning styles, and share practical strategies for observation, feedback, and building self-awareness. The discussion also touches on performance anxiety, the role of support networks, and the value of taking a long-term view of each registrar’s unique learning pathway.   For supervisors at any stage, this episode offers insight and reassurance on supporting registrars through the ups and downs of their training journey, reminding us that every learning pathway is individual and that sometimes life happens along the way.