An Easy Solution to Find Answers and Get Moving When You Feel Stuck

Really, it’s just a simple question but it holds SO MUCH POWER.

It’s a very simple 3-word formula:  Ask yourself the question “How Can I?“

• It is NOT asking yourself what won’t work, or what will be challenging.  It is purposefully avoiding the avalanche of other “how can’t I” thoughts, at least in the initial creative stages.  Why limit your options?

DO: Clear your mind of other things before you ask the question

DO: Be open to what comes into your mind when you allow this process to work for you.

DO: Expect answers to come, and they will.

DO: Take action right then to keep things moving forward…don’t delay and let self-doubt creep in.  

DO: Learn to trust your intuition.  You have genius within; use it!

Here are my favorite scenarios for taking advantage of this technique:

1. Driving by myself in the car.  Yes, I talk to myself. Who cares?  I often come up with my best ideas asking “How Can I?” in the car while driving between appointments or running errands.
2. Taking a walk, or going for a run.  I often prefer not to listen to any audio and I’ll just let my mind wander and see what comes up.  Many clients tell me they have their best results with these outings, especially in nature, like on a forest trail or beach.
3. Going to Starbucks with a notepad and writing.  Also by myself, or at least I would make a pact to focus separately for a period of time.  This works for the same reasons so many swear by journaling. Answers and ideas definitely flow onto the page.
4. Donning my earbuds to tune out sounds.  I personally don’t listen to music during “How Can I?” time, but if it works better for you, go for it.
5. On my meditation pillow. I breathe deeply, have some kind of daily reflection and ask for guidance from the divine connection within.

Share with me your RESULTS from using this:  I want to hear about your challenge and how you got moving again!

Or post in the blog comments below.  

hugs, Heather