How do you define the feeling stuck in a rut? For me, it's when I can't imagine doing, or even thinking about doing, only one thing. My task list, although full of tasks that I often appreciate, seems painful. And even if I don't do anything, I feel like I'm doing All. The list of things I think I should do crosses my head until I am exhausted, that I haven't accomplished anything, and in a way worse.
A rut is officially defined Like “a habit or a model of behavior that has become dull and unproductive but which is difficult to change”, but I think that the concept extends beyond. The ruts can come from all shapes and sizes: an afternoon of the writer's block, a period of change in mid-carrier of “who am I and what does it worry”, or a few days when, no matter how pleasant the time is, you simply cannot get to leave your house.
I like to think – and don't dispute if you know better – that we all feel stuck in a rut. Although the same old man, the same old man is often comforting, sometimes a switch turns around and you feel drained by the trivial. It is difficult to find a balance, especially when it often seems easier to undergo.
But there are ways to go out!
Last fall, I bought an orchid. Embarrassing, it was not the first orchid that I never bought. The first, which I will arrive in possession of years earlier, quickly lost its flowers and that I am willing – even if I thought I was doing a very good job by taking care of this. That's life!
After a month or two of pleasure in the elegant orchid petals number two, the flowers started to fall again, one after the other. Besides the wrinkled flowers, the plant looked in fairly good health and I knew I knew I was doing everything I was supposed to do when it was plant care.
Although there is no miracle remedy to withdraw from a difficult situation, there are ways to take care of yourself and get back gently above the ground.
So I did my research, I read the fanatical sons of orchids and I concluded an interesting conclusion: it was a normal process in the life of my beautiful plant. Dormancy periods are normal. Flowering would come back. I just had to be patient … and continue to water.
Although there is no miracle remedy to withdraw from a difficult situation, there are ways to take care of yourself and get back gently above the ground.
Here is a non -extensive list of things to do when you feel stuck in a rut.
The most important thing, in my opinion? Remember that this will not last forever. THE flourishing will come back.
1. Make a list.
Sometimes it helps take out the task list of your head. Other list ideas: things you are gratefulDream Dinner Party guests or funny salad ingredients.
2. Revisit an inspiration.
What did you watch / read / listened to who made you feel inspired at some point? Revisit it!
3. Try something completely different.
New food? A new musical genre? A new road at home? If you have trouble thinking about something, Here is a list of possibilities. Just make sure everything you do is far from everything you feel stuck!
4. Take care of yourself.
This could mean asking your partner to pay you a cup of tea or take a minute to go through a few sections. Nothing big, just a touch of sweetness. (The more important things: adequate sleep, personal and nutrition and appropriate hydration.)
5. Move your body.
A classic point on any self-assistance list for a good reason! Pump your blood in a way that makes you feel good. You don't have to win a race; Just take a step at a time.
6. Have compassion.
We were all here, do you remember? Give yourself a break.
7. Create something.
A new Pinterest table? A paper snowflake? The refrain of a song?
8. Think things through.
Do you remember when the rut started? Maybe there are problems at stake that you have not yet discussed, such as unsatisfactory work or a lack of balance in terms of your personal life.
9. Have fun.
Allow your best friend to sweep you out for the night. Watch an silly film. Showcase.
10. Talk to someone.
He could be a therapistYour nearest companion, or even a newspaper. Find a place where you feel comfortable talking through your feelings. No matter how frivolous they may seem, they are valid.
11. Get out.
Wild how Connect with nature Can sometimes bring you back to yourself, huh? Sit with the trees and see what thoughts you cross your mind.
12. Reward yourself.
Have you made a very small progress today? Or make plans? GOOD. Offer something you enjoy completely.
13. Take a small steps.
Sometimes it may seem that the only way to do something is to do something big. It is not the case! If you have trouble writing, start with a short entrance to the newspaper or a quick social media legend.
14. Daydream.
When will go back the last time you sat near the window and let your thoughts drift? Give yourself permission to think Absolutely nothing.
15. Whether.
Sometimes periods of rest are necessary so that you can think about the lessons learned or wait for something incredible to achieve. If you need a break, honor that.
16. Allow yourself the help you need.
Sometimes a rut is just a rut, but sometimes it's something deeper than a case to feel stuck. If you think you could be depressed, know that the help will be different from the simple construction of a vision table and in the meantime. Talk to your doctor or a mental health professional, talk to your loved ones and do not forget that the same main belief applies: it will not be forever. (Although this of course does not mean that it is not difficult now.)
Sophie Vilensky (@Sophiavilensky on Instagram and Twitter or if you have met her in the second year) is a real female female stock market and the daughter of Naturopath. At this point, these things are very important for her.
