My biggest impediment, on bad days, is getting started! My friend i& neighbor s an amazingly productive artist, who lives with RA and OA pain.

She told another friend and me "Here is how I cope" -
1) I make a list of 2 things to accomplish each morning - sometimes as small as "clear off the kitchen counter" or "get groceries". If I finish those, I had a successful day. But usually, this gets me moving and I go on to accomplish more.
2) Every day, I do something related to art. If I can't paint, I sketch. If I can't sketch, I go through my (on-line) photos looking for inspiration. If I feel too lousy to even do that, I watch art-related videos.

Then you posted about "SMART" and I was amazed at how her goals aligned so perfectly, while still respecting her body, emotions and ability. She inspired me, and I have been trying this fall to emulate her. It has really helped!

Thank you Rachel for the reminder that I need to make goals I can accomplish with the body and energy I have, not what I used to be able to do!
Sue