Jigsaw Puzzle

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For a child most things are like a jigsaw puzzle, they try to figure out how it feels, how it works, how it fits and how it can be used for other things. Just today my soon to be 16 month old took some utensils from the kitchen cabinet and started making music (it would be noise to other people!) she was very entertained and then used them as pretend telephones. As she is used to seeing her parents on the phone she too wanted to get into the act. This made me realize that in life we have one big jigsaw to unravel and what piece we use next is just based on past experiences and habit. If it doesn’t fit we force it somehow wanting it to be magic remedy. Unfortunately this strategy seldom works as with the jigsaw the piece cannot be forced. So why keep doing the same thing and expecting a different result?

This is why having a different perspective and tackling it from a different angle can be beneficial. And how do we do that? We look at it with fresh eyes, look at the jigsaw puzzle from a different angle, upside down perhaps or even visualize it complete and then retrace your steps. Having a life coach could be the key to making this happen; they are neutral and want you to finish your jigsaw the quickest way possible without any drama or losing any pieces. They can help you see it from a different perspective and this gives you more options and choices about what really matters most to you.

Remember jigsaw puzzles are meant to be fun and relaxing whilst you exercise your brain muscles so like my little girl who is just discovering her world, be curious and you will discover endless opportunities and solutions to your problems.