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Sick and Tired? 3 Reasons You’re Stuck in a Rut
Two thousand years ago, Saint Paul was stuck in a rut when he wrote the words I do not understand what I do. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate.
While we don’t know what exactly he was referring to, we do know how he felt. The anguish of repeating patterns that we hate and are ashamed of. The self-loathing that builds over the years when we live in slavery to our old habits and patterns. The fear and frustration of trying and failing, again and again for months, years, and even decades.
There are powerful reasons behind your actions that run far deeper than you give them credit for. When you are stuck in a rut and unable to make progress towards your goals, it could be that you need to have a look at your foundation.
Your foundation is made up of your values, stories, and core issues. These are the why behind what you do…including the very things you hate.
Values
Your values are the things that are most important to you. They are your most basic, fundamental beliefs by which you navigate the world, make decisions, and take action. Your values embody who you want to be and the ideals you hold most dear.
We each hold a mix of personal values and cultural values. As individuals and cultures, we use these…
