New Year’s Resolutions: Should You Make Them?

Making Sense Of Women's Health

As we step into the new year, it’s the perfect time to talk about New Year’s resolutions. Should you be making them, or are they more trouble than they’re worth? In this episode, Roberta Bass breaks down the pros and cons of setting resolutions, offering practical advice for making them achievable and sustainable. Whether you’re aiming for a healthier lifestyle, improved habits, or simply a fresh start, this episode has you covered.

Key Discussion Points:

The Benefits of New Year’s Resolutions:

• Why January feels like the perfect time for a fresh start.
• How sharing resolutions with others can boost motivation and accountability.
• The importance of goal-setting in achieving success.

The Challenges of Resolutions:

• Why unrealistic goals often lead to failure.
• The problem with deprivation and the all-or-nothing mindset.
• How external pressure can derail your commitment.

Tips for Making Resolutions Work:

• Setting realistic, measurable goals.
• Breaking down goals into actionable steps.
• Building habits using habit stacking.
• Tracking progress and focusing on sustainability.

The Role of Optimism:

• Using the new year as a chance to reset and refocus.
• How small steps can lead to big accomplishments over time.

Takeaways:

• New Year’s resolutions can be a great tool if approached the right way.
• Focus on small, manageable changes, and avoid pressure to achieve perfection.
• Remember: progress is more important than perfection.

Resources:

• Join the Making Sense of Women’s Health Podcast Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingsenseofwomenshealth
• Visit Roberta’s website for support with your health and wellness goals: www.thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.uk
• Follow Roberta on Instagram: @thriveandshinewomenswellness

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