Saturday, December 18, 2010

Ramblins' 12-11-2010-a

Simple Steps to Get Out of a RutRut
 by: Edward V Ellis, Sr.

Need advice on getting out of a rut? You're not the only one. But count yourself lucky because at least you're on the right path. Right now, you're at stage one which is recognizing your state of self. By acknowledging that you're in a rut, your mind is now ready to change direction.

Read on for more information on getting out of a rut.

Step 1: Brainstorm with a Friend.

Two heads are better than one. If you want to find new inspiration and come up with new ideas, what better way than to talk to a friend?

Invite someone over for dinner and bounce ideas off of each other. If ideas aren't what you're after, then simply talking things over or just airing out your problems can help you in getting out of a rut.

In fact, you don't even have to talk about your situation at all. You can simply talk about last night's game or that new movie that's showing, and you'll find yourself much more energized right after!

Step 2: Try Something New.

Getting out of a rut is easy! Simply do something you haven't done before. It doesn't have to be anything extreme, although extreme might be good sometimes as long as you know your limitations.

For example, some people like to eat at a restaurant they've never been to before. Others choose to take up a new hobby. I've even heard of people who turned to dancing to help them find inspiration.

The experience is different for everybody. How about you? If there's anything you've been wanting to try, now is the best time to do so!

Step 3: Visit A Museum.

Admit it. When was the last time you went to see your local museum? And school trips do not count. It may not be your cup of tea, but why don't you give it a chance? It just might surprise you.

For those who have yet to be convinced, let me tell you that visiting museums is a great way to uplift your spirit. Art and history will do that to you. They trigger emotions, reactions and thoughts that we otherwise would not have had we not paid the museum a visit.

Getting out of a rut doesn't have to be a long process. If you're really determined to find inspiration, you won't have trouble doing so. Don't be troubled by your situation either.

Everyone goes through such an experience at one point or another. The important thing is that you now know how to find your way out of it.
 Whenever and wherever I do a meeting I always tell people that the main reason the roads are paved is to prevent you from knowing... You're digging a rut.

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