Feeling stuck sucks. There are many things that can make us feel stuck—grief, health crises, addiction, relationships, depression, job dissatisfaction, anxiety, anger, and on and on. Not wanting to be where we are, but unable to find a way to get ourselves where we want to be. Maybe it’s hard to imagine what where we want to be even looks like. Maybe we feel we don’t deserve it. Maybe we can imagine it, but the challenges that lie between where we are and where we want to be seem insurmountable. We may find ways to distract ourselves from this stuck feeling-ignoring, numbing, or hoping circumstances will change in some way and free us from our stuckness. What do we do when staying where we are is no longer an option? Either the situation won’t allow it or we simply can’t tolerate another day feeling this stuck. We recognize we can’t ignore it any longer and unless we take it upon ourselves to initiate change, it isn’t going to happen. What does it mean to feel stuck and how do we get unstuck?
I loved this. Never seen the movie but we all have, at times challenging circumstances to deal with and this really made me think. I realise that this must have been challenging to write such a personal piece but it has once again resonated with me. Thank you
Oh I loved that movie! I saw it many years ago but I find myself quoting it often in client sessions as it contains so many great metaphors for life and survival. My own crevasse came with infertility. The idea of the 20 minute goals and just focusing on the next right thing was hugely valuable when I couldn't see a road ahead.
This came at the perfect time-I need to move 300 kms away and it is intimidating. I have done it before but the circumstances are different-I am 57 yrs old and don’t want to do much more moving. We got a call that we got the apt today. Such relief!
I loved this. Never seen the movie but we all have, at times challenging circumstances to deal with and this really made me think. I realise that this must have been challenging to write such a personal piece but it has once again resonated with me. Thank you
You are most welcome Jon. Yes, sharing my life experiences can be challenging, but also healing.
Oh I loved that movie! I saw it many years ago but I find myself quoting it often in client sessions as it contains so many great metaphors for life and survival. My own crevasse came with infertility. The idea of the 20 minute goals and just focusing on the next right thing was hugely valuable when I couldn't see a road ahead.
Yes, it is such a great example to use with clients. Thank you for sharing your experience. Infertility is such a long and challenging journey.
This came at the perfect time-I need to move 300 kms away and it is intimidating. I have done it before but the circumstances are different-I am 57 yrs old and don’t want to do much more moving. We got a call that we got the apt today. Such relief!
Wonderful! I hope all is going well with your move Shelley!