How Do You Deal With The Bumps in The Process of Getting "There"?


It is blatantly obvious that dreams don't come true
without elbow grease and good planning,
so don't get discouraged by the amount of work
it takes, that's just part of the process!

Do you allow hindrances to discourage you to the point of giving up on a cherished dream or aspiration? Here are some prompts to help you journal about what it takes, in your particular circumstances for the attainment of your particular goals and dreams and how you would cope
with the unavoidable struggles and obstacles that are part of the "process" of getting "there".
Choose the ones you want to journal or write about.

  • What are some common hindrances that discourage you from pursuing your goals? How do you typically respond when you encounter obstacles or setbacks?
  • Have you ever given up on something because of a hindrance? If so, what was it and why did you give up? What are some hindrances that have disheartened you in the past?
  • Do you have to fight hopelessness when facing obstacles or delays?
  • How do you fight and overcome pessimism and dejection?
  • What strategies have you used in the past to overcome hindrances and stay motivated?
  • Are there any patterns or themes in the types of hindrances that tend to discourage you the most?
  • How do you define success, and how does this definition impact your response to hindrances?
  • What role does self-talk play in your response to hindrances? Do you tend to be self-critical or self-compassionate?
  • Have you ever learned something valuable from a hindrance or setback? If so, what was it?
  • What advice would you give to someone who is feeling discouraged by a hindrance or obstacle?
  • How can you reframe hindrances as opportunities for growth and learning, rather than as reasons to give up?
  • These prompts are adapted from various sources
  • Remember that journaling is a personal and flexible practice, so feel free to modify or expand on these prompts as needed to suit your individual needs and goals.
  • Do you struggle with loss of confidence when things don't go your way?
  • Does disappointment, when things don't turn out as you expected, drive you to feelings of depression?
  • How do you overcome that?
  • What are some hindrances that have disheartened you in the past? What lessons have you learned since then that will help you cope better in the future?
  • What is your typical response to obstacles that discourage you?
  • What steps do you take to fight against discouragement and to overcome hindrances that dishearten you?






 

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