Love-Hate with your New Year’s resolution?
5 tips to meet yourself with compassion about setting goals
Started out hopeful but found the self-talk to be a little rough lately? Holding yourself to impossible standards can lead to self-criticism and struggle with self-esteem
New Year's resolutions are a great way to set intentions and make positive changes in our lives, but it can be easy to get discouraged when things don't go according to plan. If you're feeling overwhelmed or disappointed with your progress, it's important to check in with yourself and be kind. Here are five tips to help you do just that.
Acknowledge your feelings
It's normal to feel frustrated, sad or overwhelmed when our resolutions don't go as planned. Take a moment to acknowledge these feelings and allow yourself to experience them. This can help you process what's going on and figure out what steps you need to take next.
Holding yourself to impossible standards can to lead to self-criticism and struggles with self-esteem
2. Reflect on your progress
Instead of focusing on what hasn't been achieved, reflect on what you have accomplished. Celebrate the small victories and think about what you've learned along the way. This can help gain a more positive perspective and build confidence for future challenges.
3. Adjust your expectations
Setting unrealistic expectations can lead to disappointment, so it's important to adjust them as needed. This doesn't mean giving up on your goals, but rather reframing them in a more achievable and realistic way.
4. Take a break
Sometimes taking a step back is the best thing you can do for yourself. If you're feeling overwhelmed or burned out, give yourself permission to take a break. This can help you recharge and come back to your goals with a fresh perspective.
5. Be kind to yourself
It's important to remember that progress is rarely linear and setbacks are a normal part of the process. Be gentle with yourself and celebrate your efforts, no matter the outcome. This can help you maintain a positive and growth-focused mindset, which is essential for achieving your goals.
It's normal to face challenges when working towards our New Year's resolutions, but it's important to be kind to ourselves and focus on our progress, no matter how small. Remember to acknowledge your feelings, reflect on your progress, adjust your expectations, take a break, and be kind to yourself. With these tips, you'll be on your way to achieving your goals and making this year a success.
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