Four Things To Do To Get Unstuck

How do you get going again when you feel stuck? I have been reading and ruminating over the past few years. I have listened to TED talks, articles and books. I kept finding they all said the same things over and over again.

Here is the truth: We are NOT the same!

Yep, you and I and everyone else is different and when you or I get in a rut, we don't need to do what everyone else is doing. Look at this blog and my writing. I have been stuck for a while, and now it seems, I can write again. What happened? I really have NO IDEA!!!! Still, as I look back at things, at my life these past few years, I think I can say I've learned a little bit about getting out of the rut I've been in. Here are my four things that have helped me get unstuck.

1. Be Patient. No one seems to say this because, I think, folks just are so wrapped up in being busy, they think they just have to be doing SOMETHING! I think this is just BULL! You need to be patient. Don't try and put an end date on it because you really don't really have control. Remember, patience is a virtue and it will help you get unstuck.

2. Do Old Things. Do what brought joy in the past. Find some of those old books you love. Go on a walk you enjoyed or visit a place that has fond memories. Look at old pictures. Call up an old friend. Do things you know, in the past, inspired and helped you find meaning.

3. Veg A Little. Kinda like being patient again, ya know, wash - rinse - repeat? Seriously, waste some time intentionally. Do some things you "shouldn't" do because, well, you shouldn't. I don't mean illegal but, ya know, eat dessert first for a change.

4. Add Some Flavor. Now, start doing new stuff, start trying to move forward. Don't do a lot. It is like my wife, Lauren, says about salt when cooking, "Add a little. You can always add more but you can't take it out!" Don't try to do too much, just a little and see what happens.

I am FINALLY done with my first draft on my new book on Breath Prayer. It has taken a long time since I started and looking back, this is the pattern I followed without even knowing it. You know what? I am ready to start writing my next book already! I know, crazy, right?! And you know what, it isn't just about writing, it is about my relationship with God. It has been personal in other ways too. Whatever in your life that has had you stuck, you can move forward but don't just listen to the experts. Take some of the pressure off and try these four things that have helped me get unstuck. They may just work for you too!

Let me know what you have tried to do that has helped you! I'd love to know what has you stuck too. Share below or send me an email!

Do No Harm. Do Good. Stay In Love With God - This is the Way!

Jedi Pastor Ken