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Writer's pictureLisa Madaschi

Feeling lost?


Have you ever been lost? In all senses of the word, I mean.


For those of us who have yet to figure out how we feel about ourselves, our goals, and our place in the world, it's not an easy task.


Everyone feels lost sometimes - .it's just part of the process we call life.


But there are ways to deal with this feeling so that it doesn't stop you from achieving your goals or reaching your potential as a human being.


When it comes to feeling lost, you can change your circumstances, or you can change your mindset


Change Your Circumstances: You will always have some level of control over the circumstances of your life. Consider what changes you would make to get your life back on track. Is there something in your current situation that is causing you discomfort? Are there any other options available besides changing the situation itself?


Change Your Mindset: If changing a particular circumstance isn't possible, focus instead on changing yourself and improving yourself as much as possible so that even if nothing else changes around them, they still feel like things have improved overall!


Take the time to get to know yourself


The first step to finding your purpose is knowing yourself. What do you enjoy doing the most? Are there any skills that come quickly to you? What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Knowing yourself will make it easier for you to decide on your future. You'll know what kind of career path suits your personality or if it's time to change careers altogether. Understanding what drives us makes it easier to make choices when faced with difficult decisions in life—and gives us a sense of direction when we're feeling lost or confused about where our lives are headed.


Ask yourself what you want and what you don't want


When you're feeling lost, the first thing to do is make a list of your wants and needs. Write them down, prioritize them, and keep this list handy when making decisions. Don't be shy about what you want and don't want—after all, it's your life! Be honest with yourself about what's important to you. Be realistic to avoid disappointment or false hope later on down the road if things don't turn out exactly how they're supposed to. And finally: be clear on what kind of life will make you happy (or at least happier than before).


Find your tribe


Everyone struggles and has gone through a time when they feel lost, confused, or frustrated. But we're in this together!


Find someone who will listen to your problems and help you develop solutions. Listening and problem-solving are essential skills that will help you keep moving forward even when you feel like giving up on your goals and dreams.

Find someone who understands what it means to struggle and can help guide you through those struggles when they arise.


You may be feeling the need to rush through finding yourself again to get back on track and start being successful again. Don't rush this process - give yourself time and patience to find yourself again! This journey of self-discovery is a marathon, not a sprint!


The most important thing to remember is that feeling lost is okay, and I'm sincerely hoping that this article can help in some way to lessen the confusion.


Make sure to ask for help if you need it, and remember that there are always people who love and support you.

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