Getting Unstuck

5 Mojo Tips for Getting Unstuck
by Malena Lott
1. Remember, "This too shall pass." Often we don't move forward because we're paralyzed with fear or anxiety that we'll fail or a current situation feels like a roadblock to our success. Thing is, circumstances will never be "perfect." There isn't a magical timer that's going to go off to tell you, "Now!" Remembering that everything changes can help us move forward with the next step.
2. Stop planning and start doing. Many of us suffer from Someday Disease. We may plan like a ninja, but we never actually go through with it. A good idea is nothing if not executed. So what are you waiting for? Jump in!
3. Reward yourself. Ah, incentives. Whether it's M&Ms or a little holiday, rewarding ourselves for reaching our goals works to keep our mojo up. I give myself tiny rewards throughout the day - when I hit word count goals or check off certain items from my to-do list. Think of what works to motivate you - put it in writing, sign it, hang it up where you can see it, and get going!
4. Take a sacred pause. It's worth the bit of time it takes to examine why we're stuck. Instead of incessant worrying about it, though, this calls for a planned space to meditate on the situation. All you need is a quiet place, some deep breaths, and asking yourself the question. The answer may not come right then, but it will pop up when you least expect it.
5. Go with the flow. We've all heard the expression, "if you fail, try, try again." I also like, "have a plan b." If things don't work out initially, we can ask ourselves why, kiss our bruised ego and try something different. Going with the flow means riding the energy that's already there. I love Eckhardt Tolle's advice that when we're stuck in quicksand, if we flail about, we get more stuck, but if we calmly grab onto something and pull ourselves up, we can get out more easily.
Here's to getting unstuck! Have a great week.
My goals for the week: finish inserting line edits for SLEIGH RIDE (compile most common mistakes to share with all writers on Buzz Books site); write 5K on my fantasy WIP; finish outlining TYPE A TO ZEN, write one chapter in THE LITTLE BRAND THAT COULD, make pulled pork in the new Crockpot.