Have you ever heard of the success curve? It’s a concept that explains why many people give up just before they are about to see results. The idea is that building strong foundations takes time and initial efforts bring slow results, but with some peaks of inspiration and successes along the way. These can be very motivating, but when they drop off, they can leave us feeling like we are going backward. It’s like walking up the foothills of a mountain with lots of little false peaks and then wondering if we are even going in the right direction.
Why do people give up just before seeing results?
One of the biggest reasons people give up just before seeing results is that they don’t have a realistic understanding of what it takes to achieve success. We live in a world where instant gratification is the norm, and we expect everything to happen quickly. We want to see immediate results, and when we don’t, we get frustrated and give up.
Another reason people give up is that they become overwhelmed by the journey. Building a strong foundation takes time and effort, and it can be easy to get lost in the process. When we don’t see immediate results, we start to doubt ourselves and our abilities, and we wonder if we are even going in the right direction.
So, how can we move past these feelings and doubts and build on the foundations of the work we have put in without getting discouraged?
Here are seven ways to build your success:
Focus on the process, not the outcome: Instead of focusing on the end goal, focus on the journey. Celebrate the small wins and enjoy the process and make sure what you are trying to do is in align with your core values.
Set realistic expectations: Understand that success takes time and effort. Set realistic expectations for yourself and your goals. Use this to create consistency, such as for this site we make 3 articles a day.
Break down big goals into smaller ones: Big goals can be overwhelming, so break them down into smaller, more manageable goals and focus on these to motivate and focus you.
Stay inspired: Surround yourself with positive and inspiring people. Read books and listen to podcasts that motivate you.
Don’t compare yourself to others: Everyone’s journey is different, so don’t compare yourself to others. Focus on your own progress.
Be patient: Success takes time. Be patient with yourself and the process.
Keep going: Don’t give up. Remember why you started and keep pushing forward.
Breaking My Addictions Summary
The success curve explains why many people give up just before they are about to see results. Building strong foundations takes time, and initial efforts bring slow results, but with some peaks of inspiration and successes along the way. To move past the doubts and build on the foundation of your work, focus on the process, set realistic expectations, break down big goals, stay inspired, don’t compare yourself to others, be patient, and keep going. Remember, success takes time and effort, but with persistence, you will reach the top of the mountain.
