We set out to accomplish our goal and start a new habit

For Example:

  • Exercising (lose 20lbs)
  • Writing (write a book)
  • Spending more time with family

And then, when we miss a day, that little voice pops up.

See, I told you, You couldn’t do it. I knew you were going to screw it up.

When we miss a day,  do we entertain these thoughts and let them throw us off, or do we forgive ourselves, move on and pick up where we left off?

Having a perfectionistic standard prevents us from moving forward when facing obstacles and setbacks.

Let go of all-or-nothing thinking and focus on progress.

  • Exercised 2/3 days we committed to
  • Wrote 4/7 days we committed to
  • We had one family dinner together this week and hoped to have more.

Being thankful and focusing on progress will start to quell habitual perfectionistic thinking.

It’s not over until You Win!

 

By Eric Papp

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