Tip 15. Be Patient: The Journey is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
Living with Hashimoto’s disease is a long-term journey, and it’s important to be patient with yourself. It can take time to find the right treatment plan, identify your triggers, and learn how to best manage your symptoms.
This process can be frustrating, and there will likely be ups and downs along the way. There might be days when your symptoms are more manageable, and others when they flare up.
Remember, it’s okay to have bad days. It’s okay to feel frustrated, upset, or overwhelmed. These feelings are a natural part of the journey. The key is not to dwell on these difficult moments but to keep moving forward.
On your good days, celebrate your progress, no matter how small. Did you find a new recipe that fits your dietary needs? Or perhaps you managed to exercise for a few minutes more than you did last week. These small victories are a sign of your progress, and they deserve to be celebrated.
Be patient with your body, too. It’s doing its best, even if it doesn’t always feel that way. Treat it with kindness and compassion. After all, you and your body are in this together. (15)
