Any behavior change you initiate:
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- Will take longer than planned
- Be more difficult than you thought
- Filled with unexpected events and distractions
- People around won’t notice your progress.
- You’ll be disappointed when you realize that it was only a good day but not yet a long-term result
- And it’s never a (complete) win. There is always maintenance to be done.
Now that you know, stay optimistic about the execution.
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- It’s hard but I’ll get there
- It’s long but it’s worth it
- I got distracted, but I’ll get back on track
- I’m doing it for me first and they’ll notice eventually
- This good day is a sign that I’m on the right path
- This new habit brings me joy and meaning, so why would I ever stop…
Being realistic saves you a lot of frustration.
Being optimistic inspires you to keep going.
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Wow! This article couldn’t have come at a better time. I’ve spent the last week planning out a project and this really helped me ground my expectations while remaining positive about the outcome.
Great perspective.
Thanks Dror!
Hi Ryan,
You’re welcome.
Thank you for your feedback. I appreciate it and am glad it can help you.