Perception is Power : Change the way you Perceive it!

That “Stuck” Feeling Isn’t Who You Are — It’s Just Your Brain on Autopilot. Here’s How to Reclaim the Wheel.

Ever feel like life’s just... buffering?

You wake up, scroll, show up, zone out, crash, repeat — like you’re stuck in a loop of Tuesdays with no ‘Next Episode’ button in sight. Maybe you're chasing every new hack, every new high — but deep down, a little voice is whispering, “What’s the point?”

Whether you're a Millennial with a closet full of wedding invites and career crossroads, or a Gen Z trying to keep up with the algorithm, the truth is: you're not broken, lazy, or failing. You're just human. And that “stuck” feeling?

It’s not your fault.
It’s your brain doing what it thinks is best — taking shortcuts.

Meet the Real Culprit: Your Brain’s Built-In Biases

Your brain is wired to help you survive, not thrive. It loves patterns. Predictability. Energy-saving modes. But sometimes those shortcuts — known as cognitive biases — don’t help. They hijack your potential.

They’re like well-meaning roommates who swear they’re helping, but end up leaving your mental space messy and misunderstood.

Let’s unpack a few of these sneaky saboteurs:

• Confirmation Bias
  You decide something works — say, a productivity trick. Then you only pay attention to articles, posts, or people that back it up. Everything else? Ignored. Even if the evidence is screaming, “This isn’t working,” your brain prefers the comfort of being right over being free.

• Availability Heuristic
  One headline. One viral post. Suddenly, your whole worldview shifts. If you see a flood of scam stories, your brain decides: the world isn’t safe. Even when the real odds haven’t changed. You retreat. Play small. Miss chances.

• Anchoring Bias
  Ever accept a salary that felt “reasonable” only because someone mentioned a lower number first? That first impression stuck, and it shaped your whole sense of worth. That’s your brain, anchored — and unwilling to sail beyond what it first saw.

Why This Hits Hard — and Why It Matters Even More

These mental shortcuts can keep you safe — but they also keep you stuck.
You start mistaking fear for instinct, noise for truth, and exhaustion for identity.

But here's the game-changer:
Once you know your brain’s tricks, you don’t have to fall for them.

You’re not here just to cope.
You’re here to create.
To feel alive, not just busy.
To choose your life, not just survive it.

5 Brain Hacks to Break Free and Reclaim Your Power

Let’s shift from stuck to unstoppable. Here’s how:

1. Challenge Your Certainty

   You know that strong opinion or gut feeling you’re holding onto? The one that feels so right?
   Try this: Gently ask yourself,
   “What would someone who sees this completely differently say?”

   For example—maybe you’re convinced that “taking a break is lazy.”
   But what would someone who values rest deeply say?
   They might remind you that recovery fuels resilience. That breaks aren’t weakness—they're strategy.
   See how one shift in lens can change everything?

   I get it—it’s uncomfortable. Your brain might fight back.
   But that discomfort? That’s the doorway.
   Real growth begins the moment we’re willing to loosen our grip on being right.

   Be brave enough to question yourself.
   That’s not weakness—it’s powerful self-awareness.

2. Borrow a Fresh Lens
   

   When you're caught in your own head, things can feel way bigger, messier, or more hopeless than they really are.
   So try this:
   Imagine you're sitting across from someone who truly sees you—someone who loves you deeply and isn’t afraid to call out your blind spots.

   Now, tell them your situation.
   Really picture it: you're talking through that overwhelming decision, that stuck place, that “I messed up” moment.

   What would they notice that you’ve been too close to see?
   What fear-based assumption would they gently challenge?

   Example:
   You might say, “I didn’t apply for that job—I’m just not qualified enough.”
   But that person who believes in you might say,
   "Wait—didn’t you already do similar work in your last role? And aren’t they looking for someone who can learn fast and adapt? That’s you."

   See what just happened?
   Sometimes clarity comes not from changing the facts—but from borrowing someone else's lens to see them differently.

   So, who’s lens would you borrow today?

3. Diversify Your Inputs
   

   It’s so easy to fall into the comfort of just hearing what you already believe. The things that match your vibe, that make you nod along.
   But what if you could open your mind even wider?

   Imagine this: Instead of just scrolling through the same accounts or watching the same videos that tell you exactly what you want to hear, seek out voices that challenge you.
   Not to argue, but to understand.

   Example:
   If you’re super passionate about a cause, maybe it’s time to explore how people on the other side feel. Not to debate, but to learn.
   Say you're deeply convinced that "working from home is the future." But what if you read stories from people who thrive in the office environment? Maybe their insights will shift how you see collaboration, balance, or productivity.

   Curiosity is the ultimate mind-opener. And that curiosity isn’t about changing who you are, but about expanding the way you see the world.

   So, what different perspective can you explore today?
   It's a game-changer. You just have to be brave enough to listen.

4. Break the Anchor
   

   Have you ever found yourself stuck on a number, belief, or impression that feels so solid, so unshakable? Maybe it’s a salary figure, a goal, or something someone said a while ago. It feels like the truth. But what if it’s not? What if it’s just the starting point?

   Here’s the thing: You have the power to redefine what’s possible for you.
   Imagine this:
   You’ve always thought a “good salary” for your industry is around $50,000. Maybe you’ve been anchored to that belief for years. But what if that figure isn’t the final destination? What if, instead of thinking that’s the ceiling, you realized it’s just where the conversation starts? Maybe your skills, experience, and vision are worth much more. Maybe you’re not settling, but just learning to raise your expectations.

   Example:
   Let’s say you’ve been aiming for a personal goal like losing 20 pounds by a certain date. That number feels like the fixed anchor in your mind. But what if, instead of being tied to that goal, you focus on your health and progress, regardless of the number? What if you started seeing your efforts as growth, not as a box to check off?

   Sometimes, our minds lock us into beliefs that hold us back. But shaking that anchor loose means giving yourself the freedom to reimagine what’s possible.
   What would happen if you let go of the anchor and allowed yourself to explore new possibilities?

5. Review Your Mind’s Moves
   

   We all have those moments—whether it's a big win or a tough wall you’ve hit. It’s easy to just move on, but here’s the thing: pause for a moment. Ask yourself,
   “What was my brain telling me in that moment?”
   Was your mind caught up in excitement, fear, or even a bias that led you to think or act in a certain way?

   Example:
   Let’s say you just nailed a huge presentation at work. You're feeling on top of the world, but what was really going on behind the scenes? Did your brain tell you, “This is what I’ve been waiting for,” or did it whisper, “I don’t deserve this success”? Or maybe you’ve been grinding for weeks, thinking this moment would finally validate all your hard work. Was that a real win, or was there a bias like imposter syndrome telling you you’re not worthy of it?

   On the flip side, if you’ve hit a wall—maybe a setback in your goals—ask yourself the same. What was your mind telling you? Did you think “I’m never going to make it” or did you feel overwhelmed by perfectionism or fear of failure? Recognizing these mental patterns is a game changer.

   Pause. Reflect. Recalibrate.
   Every experience, whether a victory or challenge, can become an opportunity for growth. When you review how your mind moved, you gain clarity on your biases and start to rise stronger, knowing exactly how to navigate the next step.

This Is About More Than Thinking Clearly — It’s About Living Fully

Life won’t slow down. But your perception can evolve.

And that’s where your real power lives — not in controlling the chaos, but in transforming how you see it.

You're not just reacting.
You're not just surviving.
You're designing your experience — one thought, one shift, one brave question at a time.

So, no — you’re not stuck.
You’re just one perception shift away from moving forward.
The remote control? It’s already in your hands.

What will you choose to see next?

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Dr Isaac G Nadar (Ph.D., MBA, MSc-IT, M.Th., BCA)
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