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New Year Resolution<\/a><\/h3>\n

We all like to turn a new fresh page and begin chasing a new year resolution at the start of a new year. Because why not, right? It\u2019s easy to start something new on January 1st. In reality, only a few actually stick to their newly formed resolutions. It\u2019s difficult to maintain that new behavior throughout the year – but it becomes easier with identifying the right reasons.<\/p>\n

The Reason<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Do not create a resolution that is externally motivated. For example, choosing to follow a new trend because it will make you look \u201ccool\u201d or \u201cpopular\u201d. Your new year resolution needs to have meaning and value to YOU. Ask yourself if it truly matters to you – because if it does not, then why bother doing it at all?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Are you doing it because everyone else is? Are you doing it for someone else? Make a new year’s goal that betters your own character and is intrinsically motivated. Put some personal meaning behind your resolution.<\/span><\/p>\n

Specificity<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When it comes down to it, there are a million ways to define a goal. The more specific you are with your goal, the more specific your route becomes, and the clearer it gets. Do not just state your goal, start asking yourself questions on how you will achieve it. Doing this can help you know exactly what you\u2019re doing, and why.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cI want to look better\u201d. Well, how? What is \u201cbetter\u201d? Do you want to lose weight? Do you want to gain weight?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

or<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI want to eat healthy\u201d What is healthy? Are you eating enough fiber? Do you start counting your macros?<\/span><\/p>\n

or<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI want to be more fit\u201d\u00a0 What is your definition of \u201cfit\u201d? Do you go to the gym? Do you want to start running?<\/span><\/p>\n

Responsibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Do not keep this resolution to yourself. Find some entrusted friends to keep you aligned with your goal. Tell them you are committed to this change. Self-accountability can be difficult, but when you have others on board to encourage you to keep moving forward, it can help you stay motivated.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just as Fitz Koehler in her <\/span>\u201cWar on Cancer\u201d podcast<\/span><\/a> says: \u201cNever quit in the eyes of adversity.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Arise Triumphant When Challenged<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Challenges are an opportunity to really evolve your character. If you come up short, roll up your sleeves and get ready to tackle the challenge again. Never quit, surrender, or give up. It is during times of failure or personal struggle where you can see the most significant growth within yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

A perfect example of this is in Fitz Koehler\u2019s book, <\/span>My Noisy Cancer Comeback<\/span><\/a>. Fitz explains how she remained on her feet while battling cancer. Throughout this book, you\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

can read real-life examples of how to remain upright even when life throws you a curveball.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the end of the day, your will determines where you end up with your goal; with a strong will comes a greater chance at achieving your desired goal. Buckle up, put your sneakers on and run after that new year resolution of yours- it won\u2019t necessarily be easy, but it will definitely be worth it!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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