We all have ‘em. Things that clog our brains, hog our mental bandwidth, prevent us from moving forward. They can be large (the stress of a looming deadline) or small (the incessant ping of a new email coming in). But no matter the scale, they slow us down.

No more.

No more losing time to things that threaten to kill our productivity. No more torturing ourselves over feelings of being stuck or frustrated. Break down those walls so you can reach the level you know you’re capable of. Here’s some advice to help:

“The Ostrich Problem” and the Danger of Not Tracking Your Progress – 99u
Tracking progress can be tough when you fear results, but not tracking progress can lead to a far worse path. Here’s why it’s so important to face the feedback and keep moving forward.

7 Ways to Cure Indecisiveness Once and For All – DailyMuse
Do you find yourself struggling with small decisions that add up and create a domino effect on your day? Read on to get over the hurdle of indecisiveness so you won’t get stuck on the small stuff.

Small Goals Out-Win Big Goals. Everytime! – Chris Drucker
Having big plans is great, but if you don’t give yourself achievable things to do on the way you may lose steam. Set small, attainable goals today to build up your momentum.

Boost Productivity: Kill These 3 Distractions – WorkAwesome
Don’t let distractions drag you down. Here’s how to stop them in their tracks before they threaten to steal your whole day.

The Power of Being Interested in Others – Buffer
We get so caught up in our daily must-dos that it’s easy to forget to pay attention to those around us. This story illustrates the magic that can happen when you stop and take interest.