“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.”

That’s how the classic inspirational quote goes, but failure to reach our goals is an undeniably sad thing. Planning for the future during uncertain times while trying to avoid Seasonal Affective Disorder is challenging, but when it comes to setting realistic new year’s resolutions for yourself, there are ways to stay motivated before, during, and after achieving what we set out to accomplish. Here are 4 truths to keep in mind if you’re feeling stuck on how to set realistic goals.