Better Body, Better Life

Before You Quit, Remember This: The Emotional Cycle of Change


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Every goal goes through 5 stages:

  1. Uninformed Optimism – “This will be easy!”
  2. Informed Pessimism – “This is harder than I thought.”
  3. Valley of Despair – “Is this even worth it?” (Most people quit here.)
  4. Informed Optimism – “This can work. I just need to keep going.”
  5. Success & Fulfillment – “I’m so glad I didn’t give up.”

Understanding this cycle is a game changer.

When you expect the dip, you don’t fear it.

Reaction is pain.

Anticipation is power.

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Better Body, Better LifeBy Irtaza Farooq