The Roadblock

We often come across a lot of moments in life when we feel either stuck or bogged down in a situation, where we rarely could have the capacity of thinking of a way out.

Currently, under this Covid Scenario we all are in a plight where we are coming across 'n' number of roadblocks on daily basis be it our work, business or the personal life. It has had a major toll in everyone's life emotionally, mentally, physically and financially.

I call it the Roadblock!

The roadblock to success, the roadblock to communication, the roadblock to change, the roadblock to self-worth and the roadblock to peace!

Taking a deTour

When we are so focused on achieving our goals, we often miss out on the minor responsibilities that can also turn out to be a major setback for us later. While we are working on our goals there definitely will be roadblocks, I've had them..in fact we all have had them. It might be very tricky to tackle it but it's important to know that there's surely a path open that will lead you through, go through it or work around it but never quit because that might just turn out to be an another opportunity or a benefit that will finally lead you to your goals.

Since for every hurdle, there's an alternative course of action, we just need to find it. When we come across a roadblock, it's tough but necessary to take a 'deTour'.

Reassessing

Often when it comes to the 'Roadblocks', our Mind plays a big role. In fact, I couldn't agree more on the fact that sometimes majorly our "mind and thoughts" are the only roadblock to every situation that we face. So, it is very important to be calm and clear our minds before we find a way out to clear these blocks as a part of reassessing ourselves.

Specially, under the current scenario people are finding it arduous to cope with these roadblocks. How do we actually respond to it is something not everyone can master but surely try until we finally conquer it.

I certainly do not hold any expertise in this and am in the same boat of learning along your side. But I have followed certain ways of assessing myself that helped me conquer the roadblocks in my journey and would like to share:

• Know the WHY?

As a part of reassessing ourselves, it is very necessary to understand the main reason behind why the problem occured. Defining the problem we face makes it easier for us to judge the situation and act accordingly.

• Being Objective.

We are often programmed to fear uncertainty and react to the situations subjectively as it occurs. Thinking subjectively at times can affect our reasoning and judgement since we tend to focus more on the emotions rather than the facts.

Problems are best solved when we think of it logically! Hence, it is necessary to be realistic about the hurdles we face and analyse the situation based on the facts to deal with it. It is difficult at times to think logically when you deal with a roadblock but certainly not impossible when you calm yourself down to re-think about it.

• Know that Obstacles DO NOT define you!

Why me? What if i failed? This was a personal demon I faced throughout the hurdles but guess what, I survived. You need to know that there will be obstacles as you move ahead. The limitations propelled to us while we deal with these obstacles often help us to strive for heights that we might not have reached otherwise.

So, do not fall victim to these obstacles and let them define you but rather work towards it. Because, what defines you is your strength and mindfulness of how you tackle it.

• Analyze from different perspective.

At times, we often fall blank while dealing with situations. It is quite possible that these roadblock might block our thought process. Therefore, it is suggestable to take advice and opinions from different people you know who might help you out and analyze the situation from a completely different perspective to come up with a solution.

• Believe in your potential.

One of the biggest hurdle to cross before anything is the hurdle of lack of belief in your own potential. We mistake ourselves to be incapable of handling the problem and blame self for the reason behind these roadblocks, which is absolutely erroneous!

Always know to never doubt your capabilities because sometimes you don't realise your potential unless and until you deal with such roadblocks. Once you are through it you discover your power to do remarkable things.

Reaching the destination

Finally, reaching the destination might just be a formality to success, the real feeling of achievement lies in the journey that you made through, crossing all the barriers, jumping through the hurdles and clearing all the roadblocks.

At some point during the resulting rise of your self-confidence, you’ll also realize that there are ways to get around life’s challenges, no matter how difficult they are.

You’ll know that you have the power to make a difference in your future! And always believe that things often fall in place, not immediately but eventually!

Let us all follow the old saying "When life gives you lemon, make lemonade!" so the next time you face a roadblock, walk through, jump over it, climb it up or take a detour but don't dodge it, face it and triumph over it! ;)