At the beginning of each new year, millions of individuals around the US make New Year’s resolutions. These resolutions can range anywhere from goals and aspirations in their personal life, to things they hope to achieve in the workplace or school, or to make a difference in the lives of the people around them. Unfortunately, out of the millions of individuals who make resolutions every year, studies show that only 19% of these people actually stick to and accomplish their yearly goals. If you made a resolution for the new year, here are four tips to help you reach your objective.
- Make a specific resolution
When choosing a resolution, make sure your goals are not too broad. Oftentimes people will resolve to “lose weight” or “eat healthier,” which despite being good goals, don’t provide them with a solid directive. Instead, make a resolution that is clear-cut and genuinely achievable, like going to the gym every day at a certain time, or meal-planning.
- Keep a journal to mark your progress
Many resolutions do not have instant results, and it can be discouraging when you can’t clearly see your progress. By keeping a journal that tracks your accomplishments, you can materialize your success in ways you may not notice otherwise.
- Choose a new resolution
When making a resolution for the new year, try not to make the same one as in years past. Especially if you’ve been unsuccessful in accomplishing your goals, it will be harder to motivate and convince yourself that the resolution you’ve set is something you will be able to achieve. Even if the intended outcome of your resolution is the same as in the past, try to find a new way to accomplish it in order to be successful.
- Make time
The beginning of the year can be busy for many people, especially for full-time students and working adults. This makes it easy to give up on your resolutions by using a packed schedule as an excuse for putting your goals on hold. By incorporating your resolution into your everyday life and committing to it as you would any other obligation, you will be more likely to succeed in your endeavor, and keep your aspirations at the forefront of your mind.