Force-Based Systems and the Fickle Fuel of Fear

Stuck

Those of us who feel like we cannot work unless we are interested in something or are fueled by some impending deadline, can simply feel stuck.

We can neither fake interest, nor can we fake deadlines.

So, what do we do?

Unfortunately, feelings of helplessness can creep in, as we cannot help ourselves. Important matters feel impossible to get to. Even enjoyable endeavors can sit there while motivation to do anything wanes.

Shame, guilt, anger and the like often follow.

And when we cannot h...