Originally Posted by I-Like-To-Bike
My suggestion: Throw away the bike computer and wrist watch. Ride as much or as fast as you feel like it and enjoy; then stop. Repeat as often as you feel like it.
+1 on this one, Gary. When you obsess with mileage targets to the degree that you do, it's better to just stop completely. Focus on enjoying your rides, use the computer, but DON'T LOOK AT IT!! Check your total mileage once per month or so and just let the world go by.
Of course, knowing your psyche the way we do, these suggestions won't sink in at all. Proceed with what you're doing and don't forget to stop and smell the roses. Happy Trails!