Bronwen Sciortino is an International Author and Simplicity Expert who spent almost two decades as an award-winning executive before experiencing a life changing event that forced her to stop and ask the question ‘What if there’s a better way to live?
Feeling stuck is like walking through thick mud in gumboots. You’re treading water, you’re exhausted, and you’re just not getting anywhere. Each step is a struggle. Your mind races but doesn’t come up with any useful solutions that allow you to move forward. You want to change – you need to change. But you’re finding it impossible to get some clarity on where to start.
Chances are, it’s taken you years possibly even decades to get yourself stuck, so getting ‘un‑stuck’ is never going to be about making drastic changes overnight. Life is a journey. It’s about all of the small steps that go together to create the experience you have. Getting ‘un‑stuck’ is no different, except that you make a simple choice to take some different steps in order to change the direction you head in.
When you make conscious choices about the steps you want to take, each step brings you closer to a life where you thrive, not just survive. Conscious choices make it easier to tackle steps with confidence, and they allow you to embark on a path that transforms hesitation into action. Getting ‘un-stuck’ allows you to leave behind the fog of uncertainty and reclaim your life.
That isn’t just a plan; it’s a lifeline.
Getting ‘un-stuck’ starts with 5 simple steps that can help you gain clarity and strength in the conviction that you’re moving in a direction that works for you:
1. Acknowledge your ‘stuckness’
It all begins with recognition. Take a moment to pause and reflect on where you feel stuck in life. Is it your career, relationships or personal growth? Whatever it may be, the most important part of this step is to acknowledge the ‘stuckness’ without any judgement. Allow yourself to feel the weight of stagnation.
Picture yourself standing at a crossroads, aware of the paths ahead but unsure of which one to take. This awareness is the first step towards liberation. Embrace it with courage and openness, knowing that acknowledging your ‘stuckness’ is the key to unlocking your potential.
2. Challenge your limiting beliefs
Now that you’ve identified the areas where you’re stuck, it’s time to dig deeper and uncover the beliefs that are holding you back. These beliefs act as invisible chains, keeping you tethered to old patterns and behaviors. Close your eyes and visualize these beliefs as heavy shackles around your wrists and ankles, hindering your movement and freedom.
Challenge them with curiosity and determination. Ask yourself: are these beliefs based on reality, or are they simply stories I’ve been telling myself? By questioning their validity and reframing your mindset, you can begin to loosen their grip, unlock the shackles and pave the way for change.
3. Set bold intentions
With your limiting beliefs losing their grip on your life, it’s time to set bold intentions for the way you want to move forward into your future. See yourself thriving in your career, surrounded by loving relationships and overflowing with confidence and self-assuredness.
Write your intentions down with conviction and purpose. Declare them to the Universe with unwavering faith. Setting bold intentions is like planting seeds in fertile soil, trusting that they will grow and flourish into reality.
4. Take courageous action
Intentions alone are not enough to propel you forward. To get to where you want to go, you must take courageous action before you can turn your dreams into tangible results. Break down your goals into bite-sized, simple steps and take the first leap of faith to put action into motion.
Whether it’s applying for a new job, starting a conversation with a potential mentor, or signing up for that course you’ve been eyeing, every action you take brings you one step closer to ‘un‑stucking’ yourself. Surge forward in life with determination and resilience and understand discomfort as the sign of growth and transformation that it is. Remember: courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to act in spite of it.
5. Cultivate resilience
There will always be ups and downs on your journey – that’s simply a fact of life. As you navigate all of the things that come your way, cultivate resilience like a sturdy oak tree weathering the storms of life. Setbacks are inevitable, but you don’t have to allow them to define you. Rather, see them as opportunities to learn and grow.
Stand tall and unwavering, rooted in the knowledge that you are capable of overcoming any challenge that comes your way. Surround yourself with a support network of friends, family, mentors and colleagues who uplift and encourage you. Practice self-care and self-compassion, nourishing your body, mind and soul. Doing this redefines cultivating resilience and creates an environment that is the perfect blend of grace and fortitude.
‘Un-stucking’ your life isn’t about just overcoming obstacles; it’s about reclaiming your power and living life on your own terms. With each obstacle you overcome, you grow stronger and more capable, building a solid foundation for lasting success and fulfilment.
The benefits of ‘un-stucking’ your life ripple outwards, touching every aspect of your existence. The more you engage with the world from a place of authenticity and vulnerability, the more you’ll experience deeper, more meaningful connections with others. Your relationships will thrive, fueled by genuine empathy and understanding, and as you move forward in this way, you’ll inspire those around you to do the same, creating a lasting effect of positive change that reverberates throughout your community and beyond.
So, take the leap! Break free from the chains of being stuck and embrace the exhilarating journey of ‘un-stucking’ your life. The possibilities are endless, and the rewards are immeasurable.
Bronwen Sciortino is a Simplicity Expert, Professional Speaker and an internationally renowned author. You can follow her at her website; Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.
Bronwen Sciortino, International Author & Simplicity Expert
Bronwen Sciortino is an International Author and Simplicity Expert who spent almost two decades as an award-winning executive before experiencing a life changing event that forced her to stop and ask the question ‘What if there’s a better way to live?’ Embarking on a journey to answer this question, Bronwen developed a whole new way of living – one that teaches you to challenge the status quo and include the power of questions in everyday life. Gaining international critical acclaim and 5-star awards for her books and online programs,
Bronwen spends every day teaching people that there is an easy, practical and simple pathway to creating a healthy, happy and highly successful life. Sourced globally for media comment as an expert and working with corporate programs, conference platforms, retreats, professional mentoring and in the online environment, Bronwen teaches people how easy it is to live life very differently.
