When You Hit A Plateau
/Hey Love,
Have you lost your momentum? Maybe your passion has waned or energy changed or you are simply reaching a point where you aren’t sure which way to go next?
Welcome to a plateau. These can happen in our physical training, and also our professional and personal lives. While it can be disappointing and frustrating to feel stagnant when you crave that forward movement, a plateau is a great time to re-evaluate what you want. Here are some pointers for determining your next move:
Take time to reflect. A plateau, by nature, is a built-in pause-button. So while your inclination might be to push right on through, I challenge you to stay still and investigate. Do some journaling, conduct research, ask friends or colleagues for advice. Use this time to really consider what this flatline could be teaching you or guiding you towards.
Mix it up. Maybe this plateau is just a symptom of underlying boredom and it’s time for a fresh perspective. Try changing one or more elements - the timing, environment or strategy and see if it gives you that energy boost you’ve been missing. Often it takes only one small tweak to get moving again.
Level up. Many times we reach a certain point and just get comfortable, so we stay there. You may be holding yourself back from achieving your goal and this plateau is here to push you to make the next leap. Whether it’s taking a class, finding a mentor or exploring something completely new, don't let complacency keep you from the next summit.
Let it go: While it may be the last thing you expect or want, sometimes a plateau is really just an ending that takes a long time to accept. Only you know when it’s time to move on in search of a better opportunity or new adventure. But if this is the case, then give yourself a little space to accept (and maybe even grieve) and then it’s go-time.
Plateaus are complete natural and not a sign that you've done anything wrong! Instead, use the guidance above to make the most of these moments and get ready for your next period of growth.
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