Psychologies

When finding your why seems impossible

hat about when your why feels utterly beyond reach? Life events such as divorce, redundancy and bereavement can disrupt our sense of why, but the first step, according to Georgie Shears, is to take some time to get to know yourself under your new circumstances. ‘When you feel stuck, and unsure of what your why is, take time to really get get to know yourself, deep down,’ she says. ‘Think about what brings you genuine fulfilment, satisfaction, and joy. Is it when you’re creating something, solving a problem, or helping others? These things can give you important clues about your underlying motivations.’

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