2021 starts in 5 days! 5 days to come up with goals for the new year. Goals are amazing to have, but how do you keep those resolutions?
Every year, I end up making a hug list of New Year’s Resolutions. Those resolutions only end up lasting for about a week. If anyone else has had this happen to them, it’s really frustrating. So, how do you keep your resolutions for longer than a week?
There are so many different things you can do to help keep your New Year’s Resolutions, but I have found 10 ways to keep your resolutions on gaiam.com.
1. Be Realistic
Having realistic goals is extremely important. If your goal is unattainable, that is the surest way of only lasting a week in your resolution. Make sure your goal is achievable.
2. Plan Ahead
Don’t plan your goals on New Year’s Eve. Start planning your resolutions now, and start implementing your plan now.
3. Outline Your Plan
Plan out your goals. Figure out what you can do each week or each month. Plan ideas, and little goals along the way. Plan out the temptations you will have and how to overcome those temptations.
4. Make a Pros and Cons list
Making a pros and cons list can be a very positive thing when having the right mindset. While going throughout your resolution, make a pros and cons list to see where you are. Continue doing this every month or so, to see your growth and progress. Seeing your progress while accomplishing your goal can help motivate you to keep going.
5. Talk about it
Telling people about your resolution can help them be accountable of yourself. Don’t keep your goals a secret, let other people help you.
6. Reward Yourself
Keep in mind, this does not mean to eat an entire box of doughnuts by yourself if your resolution is to eat healthier. Do something small, but effective. Do something that doesn’t contradict your resolution, but still something you enjoy.
7. Track Your Progress
Don’t always focus on your end goal. Focus on the little accomplishments and little goals you make as well.
8. Don’t Beat Yourself up
Accomplishing goals can be difficult. Mentally, physically, emotionally, and even spiritually. Give yourself time.
9. Stick To it
It takes 21 days to develop a habit. It take 6 months for that habit to become part of your personality. This goal will not be accomplished over night. It will take time. Be patient.
10. Keep Trying
If you fall short one day, do better the next day. Don’t be afraid to restart. New Year’s Resolutions aren’t just one and done goals. If you fail, keep going.