How do you overcome plateaus?

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10 response(s)
Bernice O.

I must say it can be easy to fall back into your old habits. To over come plateaus - I remember and think about why I started this journey.

Sam O.

I just get and do it. The days and times I dont want to do anything are the times when I feel I benefit from it the most...SO JUST DO IT!

Abram F.

How are you overcome plateaus number one thing is to meditate, or do mindfulness. Another way is to talk with my husband about it and usually I’m able to overcome whatever obstacles in my way.

Fabienne J.

I accept plateaus as normal so allowing it to be as it is I do some breathing I’ll accept how I’m feeling I may go for a gentle walk and I’ll remember to be kind and gentle to myself

Kasper Z.

Generally it’s ok to take some time to consolidate or even rest. Just don’t it too much of a habit. ☺️. Feeling guilty about slacking off is not a great motivator. When you are reminded, think about what you have accomplished, about what you can and will accomplish, and start in again, possibly changing your approach to the task.

Katharine E.

I’m going through that now. My advice is to keep going, and thank yourself for what you did that day, rather than getting in your head about not making further progress. Take the journey as it comes.

Sofia W.

I overcome plateaus - they Are part of The game - reboot- do not make a big deal of my goals they are flavors to my life- I choose them and I love them in good and bad days.

Julia U.

Do something big and out of routine ...go on a trip. It reminds you how important your daily routine is and makes you miss it. A big change, like getting a puppy, also shakes you awake to realize the most basic routines, like exercise and meditation and diet, are the pillars of strength from which to grow. Also, sometimes life just gets complicated, like your spouse breaking his shoulder, and you realize that the plateau you are on is a great daily reminder of the strong base you have already built. And that without that plateau, you would be having a much more difficult time. Plateaus are just as much of the landscape of life as mountains....be kind to yourself and accept where you are at right now.

Sean E.

Connect with other people, those who are also struggling and those who have gotten past struggles, who are now flying free. When I connect with other people, and we feel like we are in the same story, I feel more alive. Alone, the echo chamber is self-defeating, self justifying, and doesn’t bring the helpful challenge of a different perspective.

Roberto P.

Recommit yourself to your goals. Think of the end result and happy you will be for sticking to it and following thru on your goals.

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