6 Things That Should Never Bring You Down (3 of 4)

Never Give Up

Thinking about ditching your diet because the temptation to choose ice cream over iceberg lettuce is too great? Or are you frustrated because you set a goal to run 3 miles but your lungs give out before you’ve even made it through the first? Don’t beat yourself up over these temporary setbacks. Accept that whenever you make a major lifestyle change, it’s going to take time. Be patient, set small goals for yourself rather than drastic ones, and every time you fall off the boat, climb right back on and try again.

Forgive And Forget

Have you recently gotten into an argument with your boyfriend over something ridiculous? Or your best friend snapped at you over a complete misunderstanding? From time to time even the most passive people encounter unpleasant experiences with people they care about. But it doesn’t mean you need to blow things out of proportion or spend the rest of the week fuming about the event. Recognize that perhaps they were just having a bad day or it was a situation you had absolutely no control over. Let it go and move forward.