Create Powerful New Year’s Resolutions for Success

Before we discuss how to create powerful New Year’s resolutions for success, let me ask you: Why do we have to wait for a new year to set resolutions? What is stopping you from establishing powerful resolutions throughout the year?

Ever wondered how many times you’ve set a New Year’s resolution only to see it fail within weeks? Actually, you’re not alone; studies show that most people are unable to keep up with the promises they make during New Year.

What is a New Year resolution?

A New Year’s resolution is a commitment an individual makes to oneself to improve, achieve, stop, or start certain things during a new year or upcoming year. A resolution is a broader statement that expresses a hope of achievement. For example, a resolution could be, “I will eat healthier this year” or “I will advance my career in the new year.”

Why New Year’s resolutions fail

Several factors contribute to the high rate of failure for New Year’s resolution. Some of these reasons include:

1. Unrealistic resolutions. Establishing unrealistic and overly ambitious resolutions lead to procrastination and inevitable failure.
2. Vagueness. Vague or broad resolutions without clear and actionable steps make it challenging to maintain focus and achieve success.
3. Lack of planning. Most resolutions fail due to lack of planning to support their accomplishment.
4. Absence of purpose. Setting up a resolution without sufficient “why factor” can lead to failure, as a lack of emotional connection may not provide enough motivation to pursue resolutions.
5. Longer timeframe. Resolution set for the entire Year can create a mindset that there is ample time to catch up throughout the year.

How to craft powerful New Year’s resolutions for success

Let’s explore how to craft a New Year’s resolution that can be achieved.

1. Convert resolutions to goals. A resolution is merely a statement, whereas goals are specific, measurable, and actionable. Set SMART goals for success.
2. Write down the goals. Unwritten goals cannot be achieved, so it’s essential to put them in writing using pen and paper. Learn how to write goals.
3. Set smaller goals. Instead of setting a New Year’s resolution for the entire year, start with smaller goals. For example, if your resolution is to eat healthier, begin with a goal of eating healthy during the first week of the upcoming year.
4. Understand the WHY. Have a strong reason behind the goal – why are you doing this in the first place? If your goal is to advance your career in the new year, establish a compelling reason behind it. For example, it could be “I want to improve my career to gain financial independence, or to go on an international trip with my family.”
5. Take immediate action. Once you have set your goals, take immediate action to ensure their success. Delayed action can demotivate you. With a clear goal in mind and on paper, take action to achieve it.
6. Check your progress. As you take actions towards your goal, assess your progress after every 3 weeks. If you succeed, celebrate. If you are unable to make progress, revise your deadlines and exert more effort.

Crafting powerful New Year’s resolutions for success involves transforming vague aspirations into specific, measurable, and actionable goals. By writing down these goals, understanding the underlying motivations, starting with smaller milestones, and taking immediate action, you can set youself up for achievement. For success.