How to Use a Simple Way to Get Unstuck and Spark Motivation Now
Feeling stuck is something everyone experiences. It can also take a toll on motivation. Have you felt this way lately?
There can be many reasons you might feel at a standstill, such as:
Overwhelm from a big or complex project
Perfectionism and the belief that you have to do it “the right way”
Decision fatigue that leaves you with little capacity to act
Unclear about what to do next
Lack of accountability or support
Unrealistic expectations about what can be accomplished
Fear of failure, success, or making the wrong decision
Waiting until you feel motivated
Do any of these sound familiar, or is there another reason holding you back?
The “I Can’t” Mindset
When you get stuck, something psychological can happen. Instead of feeling a sense of agency and believing you will figure things out and move forward, you focus on what isn’t possible or what you can’t do.
The “I Can’t” mindset could be what’s keeping you stuck. You might ruminate or focus on messages like:
“This project is so big. I’ll never get it done.”
“I don’t know where to start.”
“I don’t have the time.”
“I don’t have the energy.”
“It’s impossible for me to get organized.”
“I’ll never catch up.”
“I’m afraid I’ll make the wrong decision.”
“I need to feel motivated first.”
Are any of these phrases ones you ‘hear’ yourself say? Identifying your unique “I Can’t” provides valuable insight into what’s keeping you blocked.
The Shift That Unlocks You, Builds Momentum, and Sparks Motivation
Mindset is everything. It can make all the difference in how you experience life and in what you do or don’t do. One way to take control of the narrative that hasn’t been working for you is to change the dialogue.
Instead of focusing on what’s not possible or your “I Can’t” list, use one of these possibility-infused questions to work its magic. Some options include:
What’s one small step I can take right now?
What’s possible today?
What’s one thing I can do in the next five minutes?
What’s good enough for today?
What would make this a little easier?
And if you want an elegantly simple question, here’s one from James Clear that I love:
“What can I do?”
Ask a possibility-focused question to immediately shift your mindset toward a more positive, proactive one.
“What can I do?”
The Choice Is Yours
It doesn’t feel good to be stuck. Your internal dialogue strongly shapes whether you stay stuck or move forward. Pay attention to the messages you tell yourself. You have the power to shift the dialogue from “I can’t” to “I can.”
Which phrases help or hurt you? How could a shift in mindset benefit you? How would that shift help you get unstuck? In what ways would it help build your motivation? I’d love to hear your thoughts. I invite you to join the conversation.
How Can I Help?
Do you feel overwhelmed, disorganized, and stuck? Are you struggling with a lack of motivation? I’m here to help! You don’t have to do this alone. Virtual organizing is an extraordinary path forward – Local feel with a global reach.
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