The Middle Way Method

“The path to meaningful action isn’t a straight line. It’s a rhythm — of clarifying, adjusting, and moving forward.” Last week, we looked at how to restart stalled projects without guilt or burnout. In Restarting Projects After a Stall, the focus was on regaining momentum through small, low-friction actions and...

Have you ever felt stuck with a project that just won’t move? You’re not alone. Last week, you explored how to take stock of ongoing projects and commitments using the Middle-Way Stalled Decision Framework. If you missed it, catch up here. That article helped you identify what’s working, what’s not,...

Last week’s article explored how to design clear, small, now-oriented tasks that match your real-life energy and capacity. When you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, shaping your work into something immediately doable can create a sense of momentum. Read the full article here. But what if those tasks...

Last week, we explored how to break projects down into manageable goals and checkpoints without getting stuck in overengineering or overwhelm. If you missed it, check out Breaking Projects Down Without Falling Apart for a deep dive into crafting useful, flexible project structures. This week, we shift focus from the...

Last week, we explored how to set grounded, flexible goals that align with your mission. But even a clear goal can feel heavy if you’re not sure where to begin. When we fixate on the mountaintop, the path beneath our feet often disappears into the fog. That fog — uncertainty,...