At Saturday's meeting, some people were talking about wanting to be where they were years ago. There was also discussion about not comparing yourself to what you used to be like as it can have create negative feelings.
I however do compare myself to where I used to be. Almost three years ago now, I had some serious shoulder issues that forced me to quit lion dancing and severely limited what I could do as far as training went. Today they are still weak compared to what they used to be and doing 30 push-ups is a struggle most days. I could dwell on this but it forced me to change how I do things and I have improved other aspects of my trainig.
Another example of comparing yourself that is important to me is to look at where I was just 6 months ago. I was not in very good shape physically and my conditioning and physical strength were way below what they should have been. I am not sure how it happened but it just did. I decided to make a lifestyle change to get back to where I used to be. This has inspired me to push myself and never give up or quit even though I have felt like doing just that some days. I have used this motivation to exceed even my own goal and it has now become part of my routine and not just doing it to achieve my goal.
So as you can see, I believe it is important to look back at what you used to be able to do and compare yourself to how you were. Our past defines who we are and I try to look at the positives. I know I will never be the same as I was, but I have made some very positive changes in other aspects of my life and I believe I am better for it.
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