Something magical can happen when we fell backed into a corner with no way out. Unfortunately what happens all too often is we begin to panic which cuts into our ability to think clearly and problem-solve. But we’re able to dig deep and remain calm under pressure, then that’s when the magic happens.
When we’re faced with seemingly little to no options in desperate situations, that’s when we can be our most creative in resolving what would otherwise be overwhelming scenarios. By remaining calm and examining every possible contingent exit strategy, we can come up with some amazing solutions that we would never have thought of otherwise.
In those situations, the obvious answers are quickly perceived and just as quickly thrown aside as not probable or advantageous. But when we’ve gone through what’s obvious, that’s when we create alternative approaches that can surprise us by their simplicity and effectiveness. This has happened to me several times—as it has us all—and it is by remaining calm and in control of your emotions that the simplest answers present themselves.
The next time you find yourself backed into a corner, remain calm, center yourself and focus your mind on the problem. You may surprise yourself with just how many possibilities you’ll come up with.
