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Feeling stuck; how to get out of a rut

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Breaking out of a rut requires a conscious effort to identify the underlying causes and take deliberate action to make changes [Courtesy, Freepik]

Being stuck in a rut refers to a state of feeling trapped or stagnant. Where your thoughts, actions and behaviours seem to be going nowhere.

It is a feeling of being stuck in a cycle of monotony, boredom and lack of progress, which can lead to feelings of frustration, stress, and even depression.

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