Stuck is an experience everyone goes through – things were going well and then suddenly they weren’t. It’s a dark, challenging place to be in but it is also an opportunity to make some real and powerful changes.
If you’re stuck, try changing your thoughts. Instead of thinking with dread about the thing that’s bothering you, direct your thoughts to the least undesirable aspects of the situation. This will help you access a different part of your brain and find some solutions to break free of the stuck place.
It’s also important to remember that feeling stuck isn’t the same as being stuck. Getting unstuck requires a little bit of magic. It’s important to understand that change happens from the inside out and you have all of the power you need to effect a shift in your circumstances. You just need to take some action – small actions will work just fine – and get your momentum back.
When you’re stuck, it’s tempting to try and fix everything around you, but this usually won’t work. Trying to change the environment around you without addressing your internal dynamics is like trying to put a band-aid on an open wound.
A key aspect of getting un-stuck is identifying what you are passionate about and making sure you’re living in alignment with your purpose. If you’re not, it’s easy to get stuck and you may end up in a place or situation that feels completely wrong for you.
Getting unstuck is often a process of finding the right creative spark to ignite that will allow you to move forward. For some people, this means stepping outside of their comfort zone and for others it’s simply rewiring their thoughts to think more positively.
It can also be helpful to find a mentor or coach who can support you through this process. You can do this through an online program or you can find a local person who is experienced in helping others to get unstuck and who is also willing to invest their time and energy into supporting other people.
Don’t forget that you can always rev up the right side of your brain (creative, intuitive) at any time by meditating, grounding into your physical senses, doing something artsy, etc. Taking a step away from the writing will often help, too – go for a walk, pet your dog, write by hand with a pencil or crayon, etc.