We’ve all had those moments when we stop and wonder, “How did I end up here? What went wrong? Why do I keep trying so hard and getting nowhere? Is it me? Why do I feel cursed?” Whether it’s about your job, relationships, or health, sometimes no matter how hard you try, success feels out of reach. It’s a real blow to the ego. Are you ready to make a change?
Sometimes, it’s our bad decisions that get us here. For example, skipping breakfast can lead to grabbing snacks from the office vending machine by mid-morning. Keep doing that, and soon you’re looking in the mirror, bewildered at your reflection. Life catches up with us, whether it’s weight gain from a busy life or stress from a demanding career, potentially leading to emotional breakdowns or worse.
It’s okay to cry sometimes.
Life gets tough, but you have the power to turn things around. When you feel like giving up, consider these three methods to get closer to your goals:
One mindset that keeps us stuck is the “hope mentality.” We often hope things will get better without changing anything. Hoping without action leads nowhere. To create change, you must act. Hope alone won’t cut it.
Don’t just hope for change. Make change happen.
When things are rough, keep pushing forward and make positive changes. Think of the lyrics from “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town”:
“You never will get where you’re going
If you never get up on your feet.
Come on, there’s a good tailwind blowin’
A fast-walking man is hard to beat.
If you want to change your direction,
If your time of life is at hand,
Well, don’t be the rule, be the exception
A good way to start is to stand.”
Don’t quit when things get tough. Keep going even if you don’t meet your weight loss goals or when life seems against you. Sometimes you need a moment to cry, but then get up, get determined, and move forward. Even the smallest steps are better than staying still.
When it feels like nothing is working despite all your efforts, maybe it’s time for a big shakeup. Seek help, guidance, or even a push in the right direction. This could mean hiring a personal trainer, seeing a psychiatrist to manage negative thoughts, or finding a program that fits your schedule and needs. Sometimes, a major change is needed to refresh your mindset and get back on track.
Big changes can help you get re-motivated and re-focused.
Ultimately, we need to get our minds right to make positive changes. Without a healthy mental outlook, achieving overall health is challenging. When life seems tough and everything feels like it’s against you, remember to take action and keep moving forward.
One step at a time, because a fast-walking person is hard to beat!
