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“Before my diagnosis with leukemia, two years ago at the age of 22, I'd always excelled at making resolutions. But I was never as good at keeping them.” quote by Suleika Jaouad
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“Before my diagnosis with leukemia, two years ago at the age of 22, I'd always excelled at making resolutions. But I was never as good at keeping them.”

Suleika Jaouad

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

I was good at setting goals but struggled to follow through, especially after a serious health diagnosis.

In simple terms: I made many resolutions but kept few.

Key Takeaway

Focus on realistic, incremental habits.

Themes

goal setting health self‑discipline

Mood

reflective determined

Type

personal motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal health crisis
  • career planning
  • daily routines

Key Concepts

habit formation resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small habit could you sustain now?
  • How does illness reshape your priorities?
A Different Perspective

Even with intention, external pressures can derail consistency.

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