Reflecting on Resolutions
As this new year and new decade roll in, millions everywhere will promise themselves that this will be the year that they get healthy. Unfortunately, many New Year’s resolutions, whether they are to lose weight or exercise more, last just a short time until they fall by the wayside. But don’t despair. You don’t need to be one of those with a failed resolution. Although it may seem cliché to toast the New Year with a resolution to get healthy, there is no better time to make a change.
The most important thing when it comes to making a resolution is to ensure that it is achievable. Sure, some of us would love having a body like a super model, but that probably isn’t the most realistic goal. This doesn’t mean you have to think small though. Underestimating yourself is a self-fulfilling prophecy, so try to find a balance between the grandiose and modest.
Another thing to remember when making a resolution is what it means to you. Resolving to achieve a goal based upon pressure put on you by others will be the easiest kind of goal to give up on. Instead, think about what changes you really want to make in your life or lifestyle.
The hardest part of making a resolution is sticking to it. I know that’s stating the obvious, but it’s important to understand that making a resolution is the easy part. Setting a long-term goal often leads to frustration so be sure to focus on small incremental goals to keep motivated. Also, if you slip up along the way don’t give up. Refocus and recommit. Slip-ups are a part of the learning process. Use them to fine tune your goals and sharpen your techniques. Just think, one year from now you can toast your success and have the confidence that you can achieve whatever resolution next year may bring.
Tags: goal setting, new year's resolution, resolutions, weight loss
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