I don't know about you, but I don't like the feeling of being stuck. It's unfamiliar territory because our lives are supposed to progress and not stand still, right? Well, one of the biggest lessons I've learned in being stuck is that it always seems to happen for a reason. So instead of resisting it and trying to get unstuck initially, I sit in that stuck place to see what got me there and why I'm supposed to be there in the first place.
Over time this practice has taught me there is a reason for everything. I've learned that sometimes being stuck is God's way of slowing us down long enough to perfect us for what lies ahead. Not only that but being stuck is also a purging process for those of us who may not be aware that we're attached to something or someone who is not destined to go to the next level with us.
Then there are other times when we get stuck for no apparent reason and if we don't bounce back we will lose out. I wanted to address this one in today's blog. This message is for those who may be saying...
"I've lost my 'go get it'! How do I go get it back?"
I want you to know, you don't have to stay in that stuck place. You can regain the enthusiasm and zeal for life and specific tasks that you once had. You'll need to first make up your mind that whatever you want to get back to is worth it --- and I'm sure it's absolutely worth it! After all, you wouldn't want to know how to get unstuck if it wasn't worth it, right? So perhaps you're stuck in your marriage, in your business, in writing your book, or just stuck in life (period). Here are ten ways to get unstuck and get your life back!
1. Pray. Everything begins with prayer. Remember above all else, God is your Creator, and who better to know you and all that concerns you is Him. He's the giver of life and He is more than able and willing to help you press through those moments in life when you're stuck and don't know how to move forward. So seek His face. Ask Him to help you through whatever blockage there is that may be preventing you from moving forward. He will do just that!
2. Reevaluate. You'll want to reevaluate the situation and ask key questions like What changed? Why did it change? What has caused me stress in this area? Why has this caused me stress? Am I still passionate about this? Why or why not? Why did I start this in the first place? Is my "why" strong enough for me to see this through to the end? Reevaluating where you are, how you got there, and how you can move forward is key to getting unstuck. It's just like a map, you'll need to know where you are first before reaching your destination (destiny).
3. Take a sabbatical. It's one thing to be stuck, but it's a totally different thing to step away and take a break from what you're stuck in. (Note: If you're married you cannot and should not take a sabbatical from your spouse. You have to stick with it and work through the issues that are causing you to be stuck in your marriage.) If you're stuck on a task or calling, sometimes taking a break is all you need to rest your mind and refocus to get you back on track. By taking a sabbatical I mean getting away from it, unplugging, and using that time to refresh yourself of what you've depleted giving to everything and everyone else.
4. Do something different. Sometimes taking a break is not enough. You'll need to do something different. If you're not the kind of person who takes walks in the park or on the beach, do it anyway. Step outside of your comfort zone and do something different to break the monotony of your everyday routine. This will help fuel your desires and give you a new appreciation for the things you desire. Take a different route to work, go out and enjoy nature, enjoy the sunshine, take a dance break, sing, shout... just do something different!
5. Find inspiration. Inspiration is all around us in the very air we breathe to the innocence of a little child playing in the park. You can find inspiration anywhere! You just need to open your eyes and see it and become inspired. As you're doing something different from tip no. 4, open your eyes and ears and be inspired by the life that's happening all around you.
6. Get your energy back. You'll need both physical and mental energy to get unstuck. Work on getting your energy back. Physical exercise is great for a couple of reasons, 1) it helps in your overall physical fitness by increasing energy, and 2) it releases endorphins to your brain to aid in your feelings of overall well-being. So moving your body also helps your mind. You can also exercise your mind by doing puzzles, as well as word and memory games. This always helps me.
7. Change your language. Many times we become stuck in life because we consciously and subconsciously affirm what we don't want over and over again as opposed to what we do want. So to get unstuck, speak the language of a person who is enthusiastic about life, writing, your marriage, your career, etc. Change both your inner language (what you tell yourself in your mind) and your outer language (what you speak out of your mouth). What do you want? (Seriously, take a moment to stop and answer that question.) Now, begin affirming it over and over again. Your words shape your world.
8. Organize your life. The quickest way to find yourself in a mess is when your life is cluttered. I'm not just talking about having a cluttered home, car, or office, but also having a cluttered mind. You'll need to begin journaling your thoughts. (I do what I like to call "soul dumping" where I get all my thoughts out on paper. You can read about it here.) This will clear your mind and help you make better decisions. You'll also need to clean your home, car, and office. Throw away what's not needed, not valued, and doesn't make you money. File all paperwork. Put everything in its perspective places and maintain its neatness. When your environment is clean and clear, so are your mind and your life.
9. Remove all distractions. Sometimes it's the things and people around us who can/will cause us to become stuck. (Again, if you're married and you feel stuck in your marriage you cannot separate yourself from your spouse. You must work it out with him or her. However, if there are things and people interfering in your marriage pray to remove or resolve any issues with them.) Sometimes people who are not likeminded with us can distract us because they don't understand what we're doing on where we're going. Then, there are things we take on that causes us to be distracted... projects for other people that are not benefitting us or our vision, television programs that are not empowering us or helping us to advance in life, partying without a purpose, etc. My rule is this, if it doesn't serve a purpose in my life I don't usually indulge in it. This helps keep me focused.
10. Start somewhere. If you're stuck and you've prayed, reevaluated your life, and did many (if not all of the above steps), then now you need to start - or shall I say restart. Simply begin again taking your task one step at a time. You won't get unstuck standing still. It will do you no good. You must take action. Make a list of things you need to do and begin working on your life. If you're not going to take action, then don't complain about being stuck. It's just that simple.
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