Changing a pattern of behavior doesn’t happen overnight. We experience relapses. Instead of giving into self-defeating attitudes that typically accompany relapses, we can reflect on our past patterns — yes, even our relapses and ask ourselves: Why did I get off track? What’s my pattern of behavior in situations like this?
Source: PurposeUnlimited.com, February 19, 2019 Link. We have to visualize the change we want, as well as remind ourselves of our desired future results. We need a plan that allows small achievements along the way to a bigger dream — a purpose that is bigger than just losing weight and looking better. Think about it like this, “If I’m not healthy, how can I fulfill my purpose?” or, “If I’m not healthy, how can I (you fill in the blank)?”
INSIGHTS: Now is a good time to revisit your resolutions. The question isn’t just how are you doing? The better question is, why? When you answer that question the how will get easier.