Mused after listening to others talk about their New Year’s resolutions. Me, I think “resolutions” sounds too definitive and pressure packed. I prefer to discuss working on improving yourself. That can be done anytime with fulfillment at each successful effort. Be kind to yourself in 2024.
Simple Strategies to Stick to Resolutions or Call Them Just Improvements
Be specific and actionable, For example:
Exercise More: I will go for a 20-minute walk after breakfast/dinner/work on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Eat Healthier: I will add at least one fruit or vegetable to every meal while cutting portion size of other foods on my plate.
Lose Weight: I will not bring foods home that are unhealthy or cause me to overeat.
Take Inventory by recording what you eat or do:
Exercise More: I will start by finding a physical activity I enjoy and do it once a week. When it becomes routine, I will add a second day.
Eat Healthier: I will aim to cook at home more times than I eat out and will increase this over time.
Lose Weight: I will plan healthier meals at regular times to avoid overeating or skipping meals.
(Did You Know? Only half of Americans stick to their New Year’s resolutions after one month. The top three for 2023 were exercise more, eat healthier and lose weight.)
Identify Obstacles:
Exercise More: I will lay out my workout clothes the night before.
Eat Healthier: As I finish less healthy foods, I will replace them with healthier options.
Lose Weight: I will write down why I want to lose weight and put it in a place where I can see it regularly.
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