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We all get “stuck” on occasion when facing a work assignment, a household project, or a task we either do not want to do or just cannot muster the wherewithal to tackle.
Here are some ways to get unstuck:
- Change physical location: work in a different room, coffee shop, the library.
- Identify the roadblocks: do you need more information? A sounding board? Clarification on the assignment?
- Set limits: break up the task into smaller chunks so you can work for, say, just an hour at a time.
- Reward yourself: think of ways to treat yourself for getting the job done. Maybe a small reward for getting started (a chocolate chip muffin and cappuccino?) and a larger reward for finishing the project (dinner at your favorite restaurant?).
- Visualize: imagine working on the project, step-by-step, and how satisfied you will feel when it’s done.
- Use an app: there are apps to motivate, apps to hold you accountable, and apps that block distractions.
What works for you when you are stuck?
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