When confronted with a challenge or choice, my first response is usually to notice two bad options.
I grew up with models that prepared me for more resignation than possibility. Life was generally taken at face value, sold “as is.” Miserable marriage? That’s how it goes. Hate your job? That’s life. In a financial mess? Unlucky.
This is a lie! I’m a slow learner, but I’ve seen overwhelming evidence that abundance and joy are also an option! We can set boundaries, state our needs, make choices, and explore possibilities with hope.
Training as a coach has helped me see that every situation and desire holds endless possibilities. When you feel stuck between a rock and a hard place, get creative. Talk to a trusted friend who might see your situation from a different perspective. Name 2-3 new possibilities, even if they seem far-fetched or improbable. Then think of a handful more. Just because something has never been done before, doesn’t mean it can’t be done.