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How to bounce back from New Year’s resolution setbacks and stay motivated

We’re less than a week into the new year, and if you made a resolution, how’s it going so far? Don’t worry if you’ve slipped up — medical experts say setbacks are normal. It’s all about how you bounce back. Many people start the new year with big expectations for their resolutions, whether for their mind or body. But psychologists like Dr. Andrea Rodgers say it’s smart to keep those expectations realistic. “When we make those big goals — I’m going to exercise every day, I’m going to give up sugar forever — that’s hard,” Rodgers said.