Why You Keep Falling Off No Matter How Hard You Try

Why You Keep Falling Off No Matter How Hard You Try

You set the goals.

You bought the cute planner.

You promised yourself THIS would be your year.

But here you are, back in that same cycle of starting strong, falling off, and feeling like you failed.

Sis, I see you because I WAS you.

But let me free you real quick, it’s not you. It’s your system.

Let’s break down exactly why you keep falling off and, more importantly, how to finally achieve your goals step by step without burning out, starting over every Monday, or feeling like you’re not capable.

Because you ARE capable, you just need the right approach.

 

 

You’re Doing Too Much at Once

Be real. You’ve tried to change your entire life overnight, right?

One day you’re waking up at 5 AM, drinking a gallon of water, meal prepping, journaling, hitting the gym, launching a side hustle, and reading 3 books…

By day three? You’re on the couch with DoorDash wondering what happened.

You’re not falling off because you’re weak. You’re falling off because that approach is unrealistic.

Pick 1-2 small changes.

Master those first.

Once they’re part of your routine, stack new habits on top.

Example:

Week 1 → Drink more water + Take a 10-minute walk after work.
Week 2 → Add journaling in the morning.
Week 3 → Start prepping lunch for 3 days.

Small, consistent progress beats a perfect week followed by burnout. Every time.

 

 

You’re Depending on Motivation (She’s Flaky, Sis)

Motivation feels good in the moment, but let’s be honest, she’s unreliable.

She’s there when you watch a TED Talk but disappears the second life gets busy.

And when she’s gone, you’re left trying to figure it all out from scratch.

That’s why you keep falling off. You’re hoping to feel like it every day.

Write out exactly what needs to be done daily. No room for guessing.

Treat it like a checklist.

When you’re tired, your plan is already there, just follow it.

Example:

Goal: Get healthier.

✓ Drink 3 bottles of water before 7 PM.

✓ 10 squats before your shower.

✓ Prep overnight oats every Sunday (so breakfast is automatic).

When you know exactly what to do, you don’t need to “feel like it”. You just get it done.

 


You’re Not Building Discipline (Yet)

Motivation starts the race. Discipline gets you across the finish line.

Every time you show up when you don’t feel like it, you’re proving to yourself:
I am capable.
I can do this.

The more you prove that, the easier it gets.

Too tired for a 30 minute workout? Stretch for 5.

Didn’t meal prep? Grab a healthier option instead of fast food.

Showing up imperfectly is still progress. Messy action > No action.


 

You’re Obsessed with Perfection (It’s Holding You Back)

You miss one workout.

You eat fast food one day.

And now you’re ready to throw the whole week away because you weren’t perfect.

Sound familiar?

Perfection is the enemy of progress. You don’t need 100%. You need consistency over time.

  • Missed a day? Cool. Show up the next.
  • Had pizza for dinner? Fine. Have a balanced breakfast tomorrow.

The goal is progress.

Because success on your goals comes from getting back on track quickly, NOT from being perfect.

 

 

You’re Not Checking In With Yourself

Sometimes you’re not falling off, you’re exhausted.

Life gets hard.
Work is stressful.
You’re showing up for everybody else.
And you’re not asking yourself, “What do I need right now?”

  • Every Sunday, check in with yourself:
    • What worked this week?
    • What didn’t?
    • How do I feel?
  • Adjust your goals & plan based on real life, not Pinterest fantasies.

Some weeks, you need rest. Some weeks, you can push harder. Listening to YOU is the key.

 

 

How to Achieve All Your Goals (Step by Step)

If you’re tired of falling off and ready to finally see success on your goals, here’s how to create an action plan to achieve goals that sticks:

Set achievable goals → Start small & build.

Create an action plan → Know what you’re doing daily.

Focus on progress, not perfection → Show up, even messy.

Build discipline → Consistency beats motivation.

✓.Reflect weekly → Adjust based on your real life.

This is how to set and achieve goals without falling off. Step by step.

You Are Capable (You Just Need a System)

You don’t need more motivation.
You don’t need another restart.
You need a system built for YOU, your goals, your life, your energy.

That’s why I created The Dream Life Toolkit: Wealth & Wellness Simplified because I know what it’s like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, and ready to give up.

This toolkit will help you:

✓ Set clear, achievable goals.

✓ Create step by step action plans.

✓ Track your progress & stay on track.

Manage your finances.

✓ Prioritize your self care & wellness.

No more falling off. No more starting over. Just RESULTS.

 

Ready to finally make 2025 the year you stop starting over? 

Grab The Dream Life Toolkit now & start making it happen.

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