You’re feeling stuck in your life. What’s the best way to move forward?

This is where a coach can really help you understand where you are and drive you to insights to where you want to be. Often, our perceived reality shaped by our own experiences can result in constrained thinking. Assessing your reality from an objective lens is an important first step.

Don't try to move forward alone, and don't seek advice from someone not qualified to help. Let me explain. Would you call an electrician if your pipes burst under the kitchen sink and flooded your house? So often when we feel stuck we reach out to friends or people closest to us without realizing they may not be the best place to find help. Over the years, as I've worked more and more with individuals, I've seen how this plays out negatively with mental health (suicide/grief) and an array of other areas. Why do we do this? Often, we trust those people. But are they qualified to guide you through what you are facing? Back to the kitchen flood. Make sure that if you feel stuck, you reach out to someone qualified to help you.

1. Step back and take stock of what you are REALLY passionate about. It may take some deep reflection. Start with clearing your mind through a short directed meditation (plenty apps available). 2. Your passion is derived from what interests you, so take stock of your real interests. 3. Think about your natural talents/skills 4. Look back at periods in your life where you had life-changing experiences that led you down certain paths. 5. Challenge your assumptions of what you believe is/is not possible for yourself. Don't count yourself out! 6. Put this all together and decide how you want to move forward. Documenting helps arrange your thoughts, identify what got you to where you are, and help you figure out what you want to do next.

Ibelieve to move forward, take a good look at where you are now. Think about what makes you happy or unhappy, what you're afraid of, and what you're passionate about. Use tools like journaling or meditation to understand your thoughts and feelings. Ask yourself questions, like what you want in life and what's holding you back!! This self-reflection helps us figure out your goals and dreams, guiding you toward a better future.

Being "stuck" can be as simple as a 'writer's block' moment - temporary loss of focus or difficulty finding inspiration. In such instances, doing something totally different to the task at hand can more often than not, help one become 'unstuck' to see a different point of view which was not apparent (because the mind was too preoccupied by dogmatic attack on the problem at hand). A more complex kind of "stuckiness" involves a mental state where feelings of powerlessness or helplessness feeds into a emotional melancholy. It may be due to perceived lack of appreciation affecting self-esteem; or being overlooked for recognition or promotion. In such instances, getting non-partisan feedback and independent encouragement may be good.

When I feel stuck, one thing that has consistently helped me is journaling. I write down what I'm feeling stuck about, the reasons behind it, and any specific situations or areas that are causing me concern. Putting my thoughts onto paper allows me to step back and view the situation from a broader perspective(also vent). It's like having a private conversation with myself, where I can offer advice and guidance on what my next steps could be. While I know that talking to someone trusted or seeking expert guidance can also be helpful, journaling is my go-to method for gaining clarity and finding solutions.

Start...just start something. Start praying, Start meditating, start writing. The energy that comes from starting is able to fuel you into resourcefulness. It's possible that soon enough, as you continue with what you started, you will be able to channel your energy into what is meaningful. Also take care of the basics, the eating properly, drinking water and exercising.

Okay, you've faced the ugly truths about where you're stuck. Now for the fun part: finding a way out. * Those limiting beliefs are sabotaging you. Acknowledge them so you can crush them. * What scares you about making a change? Be brutally honest. * Is there an underlying emotion fueling your stuckness? (anger, boredom)? Name it to tame it. Remember: * You're probably way tougher than you give yourself credit for. * Comfort zones? Really? Growth happens in the messy. * Admitting "this isn't working" is the first step to making things better. Explore Your Options * Find people doing what you want. How did they do it? Shamelessly copy them * There's no perfect answer. The goal is to find what's good enough to get you unstuck.

When exploring options, imagine you have a magic wand and anything is possible. I find just free writing for a few minutes gets lots of ideas and options out there - don’t over think it, just get all ideas out of your head. Then you can spend time sorting through them - the key in this step is to generate as many options as possible as you have your magic wand!

These seven points indicated in this article are excellent for getting unstuck in life. My contribution to this conversation is that we also might want to consider personalizing the first three steps in the “12 Steps for Recovery”, as summarized from the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program, i.e.: Step 1: Admitted my powerlessness and my life unmanageability Step 2: Came to believe that a Power greater than myself could restore me to sanity (clear thinking) Step 3: Made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of that Power as I understand that Power

Focus on 3 goals for 90 days. Make it maximum 2 goals for your career/business. Remember your soul deserves at LEAST one goal too. But this gives you 3 solid focus points to work on for 90 days.

In my experience, the power of choice, just might be our biggest transformational tool that will help bring our goals into fruition. Choice allows us to carefully curate our future and reach our goals. Starting with a big picture vision, creating smart goals are awesome but following through and taking the actions we have defined, is how we will actually move forward. Action is key or nothing changes! Making choices that are in alignment with your goals and vision are the key to getting to where you want to go. Following through with what you say you want builds self trust and self-esteem and creates a healthy and positive environment for you to feel motivated to stay on track. And you'll most likely move closer and reach those goals!

Make a decision and go for it!! It will always get worse before it gets better, this is where consistency comes into play. Ask your self is there anything else I can do an be doing?

Feeling stuck is a common experience, signaling a need for change. The best way to move forward is by taking small, manageable steps towards your goals. Start by reflecting on what aspects of your life you're dissatisfied with and why. Setting clear, achievable objectives for these areas can help create a sense of direction. Introduce new routines or activities that align with your goals to foster personal growth and a fresh perspective. Seeking support from a professional coach can also provide motivation and accountability. Remember, progress is a process, and every small step forward counts.

After exploring your options, it's time to make a decision on which direction to take. Reflect on your values, strengths, and aspirations. Consider which path aligns best with who you are and where you want to go. Trust your intuition and go with what feels right for you. Remember, it's okay if the path isn't crystal clear - sometimes, you just need to take the first step and adjust course along the way.

When feeling stuck, one of the best ways to get unstuck is to move in a direction. You don't need to know that it is the right direction, you simply need to have the intention that you are taking action, even one step, towards that which you place your focus on. Movement brings energy and energy creates momentum and brings results. Even results that we see as mistakes are learning moments that WILL take us in the direction that we seek and desire.

Take action and get your eyes off your self. Go serve your neighbor. Go mentor at your local school. If you’re stuck it is because you are a selfish lover. Get over yourself and look beyond to others. Your purpose is limitless once you realize it’s not about you.

Your actions will give you real results. We all have so many wonderful ideas but 90 percent of people fail to implement it. Their ideas die with them because they never implement it. You got that idea because you are worthy of it . So instead of questioning your worth believe that you deserve it and then plan your action.

Try to view things from a different “lense” so to speak. Humans naturally get stuck in their routines. Sometimes the best way to change the trajectory of your life is take a different route or create that route. Knowing that you’re not alone is another way to relieve some stress. Join a men’s or women’s group. Connect with others. Benchmark off of each other to see how that person is getting through similar situations. Too often people make the mistake that nobody can help them because their situation is the only one of its kind. Help is out there. You just gotta find it. I hope that helps. Thanks!

Ni?ta se nece desiti niti promijeniti ako ne poduzmemo akciju. Vec sam u jednom od prethodnih odgovora spomenula medotologiju postavljanja cilja po NLN-u, po neurolingvisti?nim nivoima. Tu se nalaze pitanja koja nas pokrecu na razmi?ljanje i poduzimanje konkretnih koraka, odnosno pozivaju nas na akciju. Tu prolazimo kroz nasa uvjerenja, zapravo nivo uvjerenja, nivo identiteta, nivo okru?enja itd. Vazna je akcija. Vazna je primjena. U?ili su nas da je zananje moc, ali zapravo primjena je moc. Znanje je samo skup informacija ako ga ne primijenimo.

You don't know what you don't know. There are people who walked the way you need. Asking for support is a smart and recommended thing to do. However, the biggest advice here is LOOK WHO'S TALKING! Unless qualified, avoid listening to family, friends and colleagues. They might be well intended but here is about the right knowledge you need. Get a success proven mentor even if you need to pay for. Eventually will be cheaper than listening to wrong advices. Once the support is given, don't change it because might be cheaper or suggested by people near you. If you change a note in a song will not be the same song. If you like the advice you got, just do as was told. Wishing you best of luck ??

I akin the situation of "stuck" to having gum in your hair. If you can't see how tangled up the gum is in your hair, it's a little difficult to know what's the best way to get it out. When you have someone enlightening you of your situation as they see it and brainstorming ideas with you on your options to deal with your predicament, you can then have a better evaluation of what is best for you to get the gum out. Maybe it's time for a fresh new look and you get a haircut. Perhaps, it's not that bad and you just need to power through with a little patience to get it out. You may also find that there are solvents available to help with gum removal. Mentors and coaches can be this unbiased second pair of eyes and sounding board for you.

Seek support is the most effective strategy, such as finding someone who you trust and you could talk about the situation with him/her. Connecting to external world will open more possibilities to you, openness is the key.

One thing that I have seen my coachees overlooking is seeking support. We were taught in school that no man is an Island, but still we continue to isolate ourselves due to our fears of being judged or sometimes because we don't believe that anyone can really help. But it is one of the strongest pillar for us. Open up, be vocal about the challenge and turn to a friend, confidante, parterner, parents, family members or to a coach or a mentor. Talking about our problems for seeking a solution broadens our perspective about the issue in the first place, it also helps us understand it better and even when no immediate solution is available, being heard is itself healing in nature. The burden lifts up and we feel strength emerging from within.

Don't hesitate to reach out for support if you need it. Whether it's from friends, family, or a professional coach, having someone to lean on can make a world of difference. Surround yourself with positive influences who uplift and encourage you. Remember, you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Nothing is more important than that you FEEL GOOD! Why? Because as you FEEL, so you ATTRACT. You cannot draw better things and experiences into your life, if you're sending out the energy of sadness, worry or disappointment. You need to raise your energetic frequency! To attract good, you need to FEEL GOOD. Therefore it's so important that you celebrate every step you take, no matter how small it is. The more happy and appreciative you feel about yourself, the easier and faster you'll move forward and the more good things you attract. Don't wait to celebrate until you achieve something big - celebrate every step you take and enjoy the journey!

Don't forget to reward yourself once you have overcome an obstacle. Now matter how small the celebration is it is your reward, you earned it

Being stuck can be surely frustrating, here more than moving forward immediately the important part is to identify the reason behind being stuck and after that resolving them is another important aspect which can be very subjective. Because as someone is being stuck means the reason for that situation for them is not so easy. Knowing that what's making it hard for them will solve half of the problem. (Also check if it's happening repeatedly then talk to experts For that) Journaling- writing down all the reasons coming to your mind behind being stuck will help you drain the overload stuff from mind. Talk to someone who have gone through the similar situation and take lessons from them. Learn via different resources.

Progress is achievement. Taking action is success. As a society, we've been shaped to only accept arriving at the intended destination as an achievement. This is not realistic in life's journey because things can and do constantly change. Hence, the planned destinations change too. This doesn't mean you've not achieved anything. You've taken action, you've moved forward, you've learned, you know more today than you did yesterday, you've gained better clarity of yourself / circumstances / goals, you've decided. These are all accomplishments worth celebrating. Also, celebrations don't have to be a big bash. It's taking the time to reflect, acknowledge and appreciate your efforts and lessons learned in moving yourself towards your goal.

Celebrating your achievements is crucial in helping you get unstuck. This gives you a reality check and boosts your confidence knowing that you have made things happen and are not starting from scratch. This will also be helpful in going thru what worked for you that is still applicable to your current situation. And at the same token be able to rediscover your milestones and turning points to identify what motivates you and keeps you driven and from there have the needed push too move forward.

Gear Up and Go: Finding Freedom When You Feel Stuck Remember that time I got stuck? I hopped into my trusty Thunderbird 500 and hit the open road. Those 200 miles weren't just about putting distance between me and my problems; they were about gaining a new perspective. Sometimes, doing the opposite of what you feel like doing can be the key to moving forward. Stepping outside your comfort zone, exploring uncharted territory – these experiences can spark creativity, boost confidence, and equip you to tackle any obstacle. Think of it this way: going ahead doesn't mean going against the current. Sometimes, it simply means shifting gears, taking a different route, and embracing the adventure.

For those that do: Pray! If we have a Creator who has a purpose and plan for our lives, ask Him to sync you up to His purpose.

Most people spend 2-3 hours on their tech devices everyday doomscrolling and binge watching shows. This means in one week you could be losing 14-21 hours a week that could be spent with your family, at the gym, a side project, or something meaningful. Want to get unstuck? Experiment with deleting social media from your phone and download apps like OneSec or ClearSpace to limit your screen time. You may notice a HUGE change immediately.

Consider - Penning down what you have achieved. Everybody is doing something. Penning down what you are doing allows you to reflect on what is your direction and internal drive to do what you are doing - Self-compassion: Self-compassion allows you to give yourself room for error and cool down. We all have ups and downs in life, and in the downs of life, self-compassion helps you get up.

Get into the Flow state. The American Psychological Association (APA) defines flow as “a state of optimal experience arising from intense involvement in a challenging activity that requires skill and is enjoyable.” Studies show an association between increased flow state and increased creativity. The state of flow requires an optimum mix of arousal and control which causes a person to lose track of time - like a great tennis game, or making something with your hands. So the next time you are stuck, go find your tools and build something nice for the yard. You may find your answers and have a place to plant your flowers too!