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5 Steps to Get Unstuck and Make Big Moves
Even a month into the new year, it can be tempting to remain stuck in the challenging times of 2020, anxiously wondering whether things will really be that different or better this year.
But from my personal experience, being stuck in the past, no matter how challenging, only keeps you from moving forward and growing. In fact, reliving challenging times may not only slow you down but breed the kind of anxiety and fear that can paralyze you from making decisions and meeting your goals altogether.
The good news? You can move forward if you’re willing to learn from your past, get clear on what it is you want, and of course, put in the hard work. And if you’re not sure where to begin, here are 5 steps to get you going:
1. Learn from your past — let’s be honest; we’ve all made mistakes or failed at one point in life, be it career choice, relationships, finances, or business ventures. And while it can be easy to dwell on the past, the most important thing is that you take the time to reflect on it and learn from it.
One of my biggest learnings actually came from working for a company that had a toxic culture and few growth opportunities. Instead of seeing it as a failure, I chose to use it as an opportunity to learn. Not only did I learn to outline what success should look like for me moving forward…
