Lose weight; spend less money and more time with family; don't text while driving, etc.
More than 40% of Americans make New Year's resolutions, yet only 8% actually achieve them. If you set resolutions and are unsatisfied with your January results, shake it off and read on...
- Brief is Better -
Many people set overzealous goals. For example it is practically
impossible to quit smoking, lose 20 pounds, spend more quality time with
your family and enroll in an evening graduate school program. Instead,
shorten up your list of resolutions. Ask yourself, "Which of these would
have the greatest positive impact on me personally and professionally?"
Then rank the resolutions and choose the three with the highest payout.
By refining your list, you are narrowing your focus, reducing pressure
and positioning yourself for optimal performance.
- Reality Check - It is critical that the resolutions you set are actually attainable; otherwise, you are merely setting yourself up for failure. If you have set a resolution to lose 50 pounds for the last few years yet never achieve that goal, consider reducing the number of pounds. A lot of people join a gym in January and diligently work-out, improve their nutrition and make other lifestyle adjustments. Once they skip a few work-outs or indulge in their favorite dessert, they give up-for the entire year. Revising your resolutions based on what is realistic is the only way to realize them.
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