I often hear people say they are at the end of their rope. If you’re feeling that way, here are some important assessment questions to ask yourself. I encourage you to work slowly through these. Reflect on them, not only with your mind, but also your feelings and spirit. Write your responses in a journal.
- What is the other end of this rope tied to?
- Where is this rope supposed to be taking me?
- Is it tied to the right things, the right values?
- Am I sure I’m at the end of my rope or do I just feel that way?
- Is it possible there’s still more rope beneath me, but I’m too afraid to look down?
- Why do I feel I’m at the end of my rope?
- Am I losing my grip because I’ve been working so hard at climbing with my own power? (See my post on using all five fingers to hold on!)
- Who told me I’m supposed to climb this rope anyway?
- Is it possible this rope-climbing activity is a waste of time?
- Do I really feel safer holding onto this rope? Why or why not?
- Is there something better in life than rope-climbing?
- Would I want to die, still clutching this rope?
- What would happen if I let go of the rope I’m clinging to?
- Who would catch me if I let go?
- In my quiet moments, do I ever hear an encouraging voice saying, “Let go. Come to me you who are tired of climbing. I will catch you and hold you and give you rest”?
- Do I trust this one who would catch me?
- What would life be like if I were not holding onto this rope?
- Do I trust my death grip on this rope more than the one who will catch me if I let go?
- Who in my life will help me let go and encourage me in my catcher?
- What will it take to let go, to release this and throw my hands up in surrender?
What questions do you get “hung up” on? I encourage you to use #19 to talk to someone you trust–a good friend, a counselor, a clergy member, or a doctor, for instance. Talk through your responses to these questions. And don’t forget: your goal is to let go of it!
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