We often assume that if we're not taking action, the problem must be motivation.

But what if there's more to it than that?

In this Quick Spoon, Ross reflects on a practical framework shared by organisational psychologist Dr Joe Gray, based on the work of Professor Sharon Parker.

Before judging ourselves for not following through, Joe suggests asking three simple questions:

• Can I do it?
• Do I have a reason to do it?
• Do I have the energy to do it?

Together, they offer a more compassionate and practical way of understanding what's getting in the way.

Something to Reflect On

Think about one thing you've been putting off.

Then ask yourself:

• Can I do it?
• Do I have a reason to do it?
• Do I have the energy to do it?

Which answer reveals the real barrier?

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[00:00:10] This is Sharon Parker's work. I refer to it often, and I refer to it for myself often. Hi there, and [00:00:20] welcome to People Soup Quick Spoon. Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human I'm Ross McIntosh, and here's your Quick Spoon.

[00:00:51] Can do, do I have the skills, confidence, support, and permission? [00:01:00] Reason to, does this matter to me? And energized to, do I actually have the energy right now? Missing any one of these can [00:01:10] stop action. and importantly, that doesn't mean you've failed.