Sometimes, the things we need to do are not necessarily the things we feel like doing. We may have responsibilities we keep postponing, personal goals we want to achieve, or tasks that require extra effort and motivation.
But have you ever stopped to think about how you might feel after completing them?
In this video, Adeline shares a simple way to reflect on the relationship between taking action, practicing self-care, and feeling accomplished. She explains how tenacious actions and generosity toward ourselves can work together to support our well-being.
Her message encourages us to look beyond the effort required to complete a task and consider the positive feelings that may come afterward.
💪 Understanding Tenacity: Doing What Needs to Be Done
Adeline discusses the idea of taking tenacious actions, particularly when there are things we know we need to do but do not necessarily want to do.
Sometimes, we put off certain tasks because they feel difficult, uncomfortable, or overwhelming.
However, completing those tasks can leave us feeling differently about ourselves.
Instead of focusing only on how difficult an action might be, Adeline encourages us to consider its possible results.
Ask yourself:
⏳ What have I been putting off?
🎯 What is one thing I know I need to accomplish?
😊 How might I feel after completing it?
🧭 Would taking this action help me move closer to something I want?
This shift in perspective can help us recognize that the effort we put into something may lead to a meaningful sense of progress.
🌸 Generosity Toward Yourself: Making Time for Self-Care
Adeline describes generosity as self-care, something that fills you up.
This is an important part of her message because personal growth is not only about pushing ourselves to accomplish more. It is also about recognizing when we need to rest, recharge, and do things that bring us joy.
We sometimes become so focused on responsibilities that we forget to make time for ourselves.
Self-care can be different for everyone. It might mean taking a relaxing shower, enjoying a favorite activity, spending time with someone you love, or simply allowing yourself to rest.
The goal is to find activities that help you feel cared for and replenished.
Taking action helps us move forward, while self-care gives us room to recharge along the way.
Both deserve a place in our lives.
🧠 Ask Yourself: How Will I Feel After I Do It?
One of the most interesting parts of Adeline’s message is her suggestion to imagine how we might feel after completing the things we have been meaning to do.
She gives an example of looking ahead one week and considering how she would feel if she completed three actions she had identified.
Her answer?
She says she would feel really proud of herself and accomplished.
This simple reflection can help us connect our actions with the feelings we hope to experience afterward.
Instead of thinking only about the effort involved, we can also consider the satisfaction of following through.
Try asking yourself:
😊 How will I feel if I complete this task?
🏆 Will I feel relieved, proud, or more confident?
🌱 What might change if I finally take that first step?
📅 What can I realistically accomplish this week?
You do not need to set enormous goals. Sometimes, completing a few manageable tasks can give you a meaningful sense of progress.
🌱 Small Steps Can Create a Sense of Accomplishment
Not every accomplishment has to be something big.
It could be finishing a task you have postponed, making an important phone call, organizing something at home, or following through on a personal commitment.
For people living with brain injury, some everyday tasks may require additional time, planning, or energy. What looks like a small achievement to someone else may represent a significant effort for you.
That is why it is important to recognize your own progress rather than compare it with someone else’s.
You can also adjust your goals according to your energy and abilities. If a task feels too overwhelming, breaking it into smaller steps may make it more manageable.
Progress does not have to happen all at once.
💗 Love Love Brain Thoughts
Adeline’s message reminds us that personal growth involves both action and self-care.
There may be things we need to do even when we do not feel motivated. But instead of focusing only on how difficult those actions seem, we can imagine how we might feel after following through.
At the same time, we should remember that being tenacious does not mean constantly pushing ourselves beyond our limits.
Generosity toward ourselves matters, too. We need opportunities to rest, recharge, and enjoy the things that make us feel good.
For people living with brain injury, finding this balance may involve adjusting expectations, recognizing personal limitations, and celebrating progress that others may not see.
You deserve to feel proud of what you accomplish, and you deserve to care for yourself along the way. 💗
💬 We’d Love to Hear From You
What is one thing you have been putting off that would make you feel proud or accomplished if you completed it this week?
And what is one thing you can do for yourself to recharge?
Share your thoughts in the comments. Your small steps and personal experiences may inspire someone else to keep moving forward. 💗
🎥 Watch the Video
Watch Adeline explain how thinking about the results of our actions can help us feel proud, accomplished, and more connected to our personal goals.
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