Being Stuck on the Escalator
I came across this video several months ago and knew I had to write something about it. The situation offers insights into what can happen when we’re stuck in a difficult situation and a way forward does not seem immediately clear.
I noticed the immediate reactions of the people on the escalator when it broke down: feelings of anger, disbelief, and concern about the negative outcomes the situation will have for us. All too often, these feelings can get in the way of the ability to see potential outcomes, the feeling of (literally in this case) feeling immobile.