Surrounded by Setbacks by Thomas Erikson

Author:Thomas Erikson [Erikson, Thomas]
Language: eng
Format: epub

3. He Took On Far Too Much at the Same Time

How do you write a book? Answer: One word at a time.

How do you walk coast to coast? Answer: One step at a time.

How do you build stronger muscles? Answer: One push-up at a time.

How do you eat an elephant? Answer: One bite at a time.

How do you acquire better eating habits? Answer: Start by drinking an extra glass of water.

The problem is that these things take time. But bad habits have been built up over the years, and you won’t be able to get rid of them in just a few weeks. You need to accept this simple fact. Harry started doing everything at the same time. Working out, eating better, not drinking alcohol, getting up early, and going to bed early. The complete opposite of his previous lifestyle and daily rhythm.

If Harry hasn’t taken care of himself for years, it’s going to take time to remedy that. But regardless, he can’t do everything at once. That is an unreasonable demand. And if it doesn’t work, he’ll soon meet new setbacks. Failing with a workout routine, or with a diet, or with sleeping habits, or with a active lifestyle, or whatever it happens to be is discouraging. This is only going to add fuel to his this-isn’t-working bonfire.

There are inspiring public speakers who say that you should aim high! The sky is the limit! You can do whatever you want!

Absolutely. You should dream big. Then these same big thinkers say that you should repeat to yourself your (typically) unrealistic goals as often as you possibly can.

I’ll be ready for Mr. Universe next year!

I’ll be the CEO!

I’ll spend all my time with my children!

I’ll visit ten countries in the next three years!

I won’t work a single hour of overtime next year!

I’ll be financially independent in two years!

I’ll live in a country mansion by a lake!

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