{"id":16721,"date":"2023-01-11T10:14:42","date_gmt":"2023-01-11T16:14:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neorablog.com\/?p=16721"},"modified":"2023-01-11T10:14:57","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T16:14:57","slug":"resolutions-worth-sticking-to","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neora.com\/blog\/personal-growth\/resolutions-worth-sticking-to\/","title":{"rendered":"Resolutions Worth Sticking To"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Every new year brings with it a sense of possibility. A fresh start. There\u2019s hope for a better year than the one you had before. Your goals and dreams feel closer.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting your year with a New Year\u2019s Resolution helps to turn those dreams into reality.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And after 2022, we could all use a little help achieving our goals. Oxford Dictionary\u2019s word of the year for 2022 was goblin mode<\/em>. \u201cGoblin mode\u201d \u2013 a slang term, often used in the expressions \u201cin goblin mode\u201d or \u201cto go goblin mode\u201d \u2013 is \u2018a type of behavior which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy, typically in a way that rejects social norms or expectations.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Personally, we think that\u2019s more of a phrase – but for many people, goblin mode<\/em> was the overall vibe of 2022. We hope 2023 is less goblin mode<\/em> and more Beyonce mode<\/em>.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Don\u2019t More People Stick to Their Resolutions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re pretty sure most people didn\u2019t write in their journals, \u201cMy 2022 resolution is to live in goblin mode.\u201d In fact, most people resolve to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Save more money <\/li>
  • Get in shape <\/li>
  • Travel <\/li>
  • Read more <\/li>
  • Learn a skill or hobby <\/li>
  • Quit smoking <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    But even with these great intentions, few people realized these goals.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Although there isn\u2019t much research out there, one 1989 study showed that only about 8%<\/strong> of people actually stick to their New Year\u2019s resolutions. But even if only a small percentage of people actually do<\/em> what they set out to do at the beginning of the year, what\u2019s the harm in trying? Even if you only stick to your goal through March, isn\u2019t it better that you spent that time working on yourself? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    So, why don\u2019t more people follow through with their resolutions? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Their goals aren\u2019t realistic. They have good intentions but they aren\u2019t based in reality. You physically can\u2019t go from no activity to running a marathon overnight. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      \u201cA goal without a plan is just a wish\u201d – Antoine de Saint-Exup\u00e9ry <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. They don\u2019t create action steps to realize their goals. And without a solid plan, the initial spark fades and they fall back into old habits.\u202f 
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      2. They give up too easily after setbacks.\u202f <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        The New Year brings with it new motivation and inspiration to live your healthiest, happiest life. So why not capitalize on this energy and use it to move towards your goals? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Resolutions Worth Setting <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        If you haven\u2019t already chosen your 2023 resolution, here are some resolutions to consider: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        • Eat better. <\/li>
        • Move more. <\/li>
        • Start a breathwork practice. <\/li>
        • Start a meditation practice.\u202f <\/li>
        • Start a cold exposure practice.\u202f <\/li>
        • Sleep 8 hours a night.\u202f <\/li>
        • Run a 5k (or 10k, or marathon!) <\/li>
        • Spend X hours each week doing something FUN. <\/li>
        • Spend more time outdoors.\u202f <\/li>
        • Drink more water. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          You know yourself. Take some time to reflect back on 2022 and the way you feel right now about your life. What goal or dream would you love<\/strong> to realize? If your heart is in it, you know you\u2019re starting from the right place.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          How to Actually <\/em>Follow Through with Your Resolutions <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
          • Start where you are.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
            • Be realistic with where you are now – Point A. If your goal is to get a six-pack by March and you don\u2019t already have visible abdominal lines, you may want to consider the six-pack goal as a 5-year goal instead of a one-year resolution. Set goals that you can truly achieve and set mini goals for yourself so you can celebrate the little victories along the way. You may also want to consider why <\/em>you want that six-pack. What does it symbolize for you? You may realize that the superficial goal of a six-pack is more about wanting acceptance or to feel strong, then shift the resolution to reflect your true desire.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
              • Know your \u201cwhy\u201d. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                • Resolutions are goals. But the \u201cwhy\u201d behind the goal is even more important than the goal itself. Why<\/em> do you want to exercise more? To get in shape? Why? To look good naked? Why? There\u2019s always a deeper reason that we want things. And if you get clear on your true desire and stay focused on that deeper wish, your initial motivation won\u2019t fade. Journal on your why and set calendar dates to read back on what you initially journaled. Add to it whenever you feel inspired to. Chasing superficial goals is exhausting and will wear you out or lose your interest quickly.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                  • Be ambitious, but authentic. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                    • You know yourself better than anyone. Consider who you are<\/em>, not who you hope to be when setting your goals. If your goal is to meditate for an hour every day but you struggle to sit still for five minutes, start with something realistic. Set a goal of meditating for 5 minutes per day for the first month, then increase by 5 minutes each month so that by December 2023 you\u2019ll be at your goal of an hour a day.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                      • Create an action plan.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                        • This goes hand in hand with the above. No matter what your goal is, break into smaller chunks. If your goal is to buy a house in 2023, decide how much you need to put down first. Then create a budget that is doable. Look at your finances often to ensure that you\u2019re on track.\u202f <\/li>
                        • No matter what the goal is, make sure the entire plan is written out and stick to it. Place reminders everywhere you\u2019ll see them, like your phone background, post-it notes on your mirror and fridge, on your calendar.\u202f <\/li>
                        • Part of your action plan should include some time for rest or cheat days. Few people can stay consistent 365 days of the year, and few want to. Cheat\/rest days are necessary for fitness goals, diets, and for sanity\u2019s sake.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                          • Small daily steps.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                            • Every good plan includes things you\u2019ll do monthly, weekly, and daily. The small daily steps you take are the MOST important. Keep track of these daily action steps in your planner, on your phone, a journal, or wherever you know you\u2019ll actually remember to look.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                              • Use the buddy system. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                                • Humans are social creatures. We do everything better together. Whether you find a friend to work out with, a partner to stay on top of finances with, or an online group to check in with for accountability, we get things done when we do them together.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Remember that setbacks do NOT equal failure.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
                                    • You\u2019re a human being, not a robot – and even robots make mistakes! Life happens. If you miss a few days – or even a month – do not quit. Get back into your routine as quickly as possible. Don\u2019t beat yourself up about it. Do your best to not let little setbacks affect the way you see yourself. A setback is not a failure, and neither are you.\u202f <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                      Your goals are worth it. Whether 2022 was your best year or you lived it in goblin mode, 2023 can be the start of something amazing. New year, same you, different plan, different future.\u202f <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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