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15 things I do to get out of a slump
We’ve all been there. You don’t feel like doing anything. You feel lost, unproductive and annoyed.
It doesn’t matter if you’re feeling like this at work or in general, life has it’s ups and downs. It happens and that’s totally fine.
Have you ever asked yourself why you’re feeling stuck? Maybe you’re scared of change or you’re overwhelmed? Maybe you’ve outgrown your current situation? It’s important to think about the reasoning why you’re stuck, because knowing the reason means you can work on it.
Before I get into it, I want to remind you of this amazing Bible verse that’s a great daily reminder:
‘Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.’
Colossians 3:23
God has a plan and we are given such amazing talents. It’s worth the try. Moving forward might require taking a step back first. So let’s take a step back, get everything straight and move forward.
Here are 15 ideas that get me out of a slump and might help you too:
1. The first step: Accept the fact that you’re not that motivated, we can’t always give 100% or more. Don’t beat yourself up.
2. The second step: Journal your thoughts. Write down everything that comes to your mind.
3. And third: Create a new Pinterest board with everything that inspires you and shows you what you really want to achieve.
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How to continue?
4. Be still. Do nothing for a moment. Pray about it. Pick up your Bible. God has given us His Word to show us the way of salvation and life.
5. Create goals for yourself that are realistic and doable. Small steps lead to bigger achievements.
6. So start small. You don’t have to exercise 5 days a week. Start with 1 time instead. You don’t have to read for hours, start by reading for 10 minutes instead etc.
7. Make a couple of lists. What do you need to do to achieve your goals? Create a to do-list, cleaning-list etc.
8. Set monthly goals. This gives you more time to achieve them.
9. Take a day to yourself. Don’t plan anything and just go with whatever you want to do.
10. Plan something to look forward to, like a trip, a concert of maybe even grabbing a cup of coffee with a friend.
11. Exercise: go outside for a walk or maybe even a run.
12. Take a break from social media. It can make you feel like you’re not doing enough.
13. Talk to someone about what’s on your mind, like a family member or a friend. (I’m always available and happy to help, you can DM me on Instagram: @ddvoted)
14. Say yes to everything for a day. Discipline is key. Thinking of doing a quick task from your to-do list that you’ve been postponing? Just do it.
15. Start over. Is your created plan not working? Try a different way. Instead of a daily schedule, plan weekly or monthly. Rearrange your days. Create new daily or weekly routines.
You got this!
Lots of love, Daphne
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We’ve all been there. You don’t feel like doing anything. You feel lost, unproductive and annoyed.
It doesn’t matter if you’re feeling like this at work or in general, life has it’s ups and downs. It happens and that’s totally fine.
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‘You can only grow if you get out of your comfort zone’ is a good quote, but can be easier said than done.' I still agree though. Getting out of your comfort zone can be so beneficial and gives the opportunity to learn more.
Let's start small. I've listed 20 ideas for you to get out of your comfort zone on a daily basis:
1. Try a new recipe / cook something new.
2. Create a new habit in your daily routine.
3. Take yourself out on a date.
4. Purposely switch up your morning/night routine.
5. Give a stranger a genuine compliment.
6. Respond with something besides “good” when someone asks how you are.
7. Take a picture every day for a month.
8. Start a conversation with a stranger.
9. Say yes to more things for one day.
10. Try a new skill like playing guitar, learn a new language etc.
11. Try a new way of working out (pickle ball, running etc).
12. Read a random book you normally wouldn’t pick up.
13. For the believers amongst us: pray differently than your usual daily prayer.
14. Reconnect with an old friend.
15. Ask someone out on a date.
16. Go somewhere you’ve never been before.
17. Go a day without makeup.
18. Turn your phone off for a day.
19. Don’t watch TV / YouTube etc. for a week.
20. Get a new hairstyle, instead of the usual.
Let me know what tips you’re going to use!
Lots of love, Daphne
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