New Year's Resolutions

Define A Resolution:

First and foremost, you need to be realistic with yourself. Why are you setting these particular New Year's Resolutions? Is it because it is something new you heard about that you would like to experience, is it a transformation you would like to make within yourself, or is it a lifelong dream you've always had and have finally decided to conquer? Either way, before you decide to make it your resolution, ask yourself why you have never done it is the past - can it realistically be scheduled into the lifestyle you are living now, or are you going to have to change that too? Be honest with yourself - why all of a sudden do you want to achieve this goal?

Create A Plan:

Once you are honest with yourself and ready to commit, it is time to make a plan. First grab our New Year's Resolution Notebook (or a piece of paper). Then, write down one of your resolutions and answer the following questions regarding your resolution:New Year's Resolutions Notebook

1. Will I be making a permanent lifestyle change? If not, when would I like to achieve this resolution by?

2. Exactly how am I going to accomplish this resolution (i.e. if it is to lose weight - I will exercise three times a week for 30 minutes and cut out all junk food from my diet, NOT - I will exercise and eat properly)?

3. Will this resolution affect people around me (i.e. if you decide to eat healthier, will your family be eating healthier as well or will you have to cook different meals for them)? If so, how will it affect them and what will I need to do differently?

4. Is my resolution going to cost money? If so, how will I pay for the extra expeses?

5. What are my plans if I fall off track?

6. Is there someone that I can report my progress to in order to stay focused?

7. What areas of my life will be affected by my resolution? What will I do to make sure everything works well together?

8. What else can I do to ensure I achieve my resolution?

Stay Focused Along the Way:

Now that you have your plan, you are able to focus on what's ahead. Ensuring you are ready, you now know the obstacles that lie ahead, and you have made a plan to get past them - you are now more likely to succeed at your New Year's Resolutions. Keep in mind, that maintaining a success journal with your progress, setbacks and reflections will help you learn, grow and stay focused throughout your journey.

Things That Will Get You There:

Facing the Facts:

Studies show that:

  • 63% of people have kept their resolution after two months

  • 67% actually make 3 or more resolutions

  • Top resolutions involve exercising more, increasing time devoted to study/work, losing weight, stop smoking/drinking alochol/coffee, and eating healthier

  • 84% of people resolve to make a new habit rather than break an old one

  • 65% of people make their resolutions between Dec. 28th and Jan. 1st, while the rest take until the end of January

  • Of the 8% that succeed, 40% of them did so on the first attempt, while 17% finally succeed after the sixth try

Why do people have such a hard time with New Year's Resolutions? Because they don't commit. Be sure you succeed - click here to get the New Year's Resolutions Notebook now!

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