Problems and struggles abound in life. We worry about things, we push at trying to make things work, we have burdens. Breakthroughs are when we get results at long last or things start to work out.

There are several methods for creating breakthroughs when we are stuck in any area. One powerful method is surprisingly simple. And that is to acknowledge the breakdown. Admit that you are stuck or unhappy or struggling in some area.

Instead of blaming others for a problem, instead of trying to put on a good face and pretend everything is fine, admit or acknowledge the problem to yourself. Say to yourself I am unhappy about this or this isn't working in my life.

If you are unhappy in your relationship, admitting what the issues are frankly, without blaming, is a great start to fixing them. Once you've acknowledged a breakdown, you can focus more clearly on dealing with it. You'll be surprised how well this works.

So, where in your life are you having problems? Where are you stuck? Where are you not getting what you want?

Another way to create breakthroughs in life is to ask yourself this one simple but potent question: What shouldn't be the way it is in my life? This questions will bottom line the issues and clarify any areas for potential breakthroughs.

Whenever you ask yourself that question, you will see some areas of breakdowns and clues for where breakthroughs can happen. We should talk more in our relationship. We should have more fun. If that's what comes up, then you are in good shape.

Now you can focus. Now you can see if you want to go to work on the issue. Now you can get advice or perspectives from friends. Now you can set yourself up for a breakthrough. There's more to this, but this is a good start.