Be realistic when we've been suffering for a long time, it's understandable that we want to get better
as quickly as possible, we might be tempted to try to do everything at once and set overly ambitious
goals for ourselves.
If our goals are unrealistic, we set ourselves up for feeling like a failure when we don't reach them.
We may start out strong and then fade quickly as we exhaust our already depleted reserves.
As you are setting goals for yourself, aim to balance discipline and compassion, holding yourself
to a standard while also being kind to yourself.
Sometimes we set goals based on what we are able to do for a day or a week without really considering
what it will take to sustain that level of activity.
For example, we might resolve the exercise for an hour, seven days a week and bulatov for the first
few days.
But eventually we won't have the time, energy or motivation to work out.
One day, once the streak is broken, we may be less likely to resume exercising at all.
Part of being compassionate with ourselves is being patient as our recovery unfolds, while it's a worthwhile
and inspiring goal to reclaim the life we once had.
It's probably unrealistic to think we can get there immediately.
Physical therapy is a good metaphor for emotional and mental healing.
The right amount of stretching and strengthening may may leave us a bit sore for a day, but not so
much that we weary, injured or have to stop doing our exercises.
So while you are sitting your goals, keep in mind that life is a marathon, not a sprint.