2016 is finally here! I am super elated because my birthday
is just right around the corner. But, that’s for another post, let’s talk a bit
about New Year Resolutions. A new year is typically associated with a new
chapter, a new beginning in our lives. We endeavour to put aside old habits
forming new ones, out with the old in with the new. This time of year is synonymous
with making New Year resolutions, but before the end of January rolls around,
most are all just a distant memory. Whatever your resolutions are for 2016,
here are some tips to increase your likelihood of success this New Year.
1.
Don’t make too many resolutions
You are not Supergirl or Superman, there is
only so much one can accomplish. The likelihood of success increases with a
more focused goal than a plethora of different goals. Focus on one or two goals
to which you can add others as you accomplish what you set out to do. In 2015 I created a long list of items I wanted
to accomplish. I wanted to start a sport, learn French, lose weight, and start
blogging. A few of
these I started at some point but all uncompleted. In 2016 year I endeavour to start
small, my sole goal this year is a focus on “growth”, personal development. A
review of before and after at the end of the year will help determine whether I
have accomplished my goal.
2.
Set SMART goals
Your goals should be specific, measurable,
actionable, realistic and timely. It’s not as simple as saying, I want to be
more active in 2016. Here is an example of a SMART goal, I want to be able to
run the Scotiabank 5k run in July 2016. If you are someone that is already somewhat
active, it’s a goal that fits the criteria of SMART, its specific, measurable, actionable, realistic and timely.
3.
Stay Motivated
With the high percentage of New Year
resolutions that gets dropped within the first month of the year, we can attest
that it is hard to stay motivated. This year create accountability whether it
is through family, friends, social media or even through an app. Instead of
focusing on the trials, focus on the end result such as how good you will look
in that new bathing suit come summer. You can also use motivational videos and quotes
to keep the fuel burning.
I hope you will find these tips helpful. 2015
may have had it bumps along the road, make 2016 a year in which you set about
accomplishing your New Year Resolution. What’s your resolutions for 2016?
