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Over at personal development blog The Positivity Blog, they have put together a list of some of the biggest traps people fall into while trying to keep up with their resolutions. One of the trickier traps is confusing homeostasis with the need to give up.
So after the initial enthusiasm wanes it may not feel as that much fun anymore. It’s sort of enthusiasm backlash. This is the homeostasis kicking in within your mind (no matter if the goal/habit etc. is actually very positive for you). It’s a resistance to change to keep the system (you) stable. If you are simply aware of this being what it is - rather than a signal to give up - you can persevere, be patient and keep going more easily.
Couple your mind and body's natural resistance to mixing things up with things like how your body can take months to show real changes—pushing through "Blah!" moments can be even more difficult. Additionally they highlight the importance of structuring your environment for the changes you are undertaking, whether the goal is a more organized office or a slimmer waist. If you're finding the first month rough make sure to check out the top ten New Year's resolution tools to help you stick to your goals. What say you with your first month of resolutions almost behind you? Have you faced any of the pitfalls they describe? Photo by Nimbu. Do You Make These 7 Mistakes When Trying to Keep Your New Year’s Resolution? [The Positivity Blog]
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