Goals for 2018. New Years resolution.

by Whitney, posted in Uncategorized

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This year decide to do something different with your goals for the new year. Many times we have goals for the new year just for them to go by the wayside. I am sure you had all the intentions in the world to follow through with your goals for the year. Unfortunately, the next year end comes and you think to yourself, “I did not see my goal through last year why do this again?” Some researchers have stated that 80% of new years resolutions fail by February. That statistic is startling! Come January everyone is hitting the gym, it is completely packed, and you have to fight for a space to get a workout in. Come the end of January the usual crowd is back and the hype has died down.  So you may be asking, “How do I stay the course?”

  1. SET REALISTIC GOALS. Unrealistic expectations are the catalyst to failure in many areas. Unrealistic expectations lead to feelings of resentment, anger, isolation, and hopelessness. If you break your goals down into smaller and more obtainable goals it will be easier to gain more momentum.
  2. WRITE OUT YOUR GOALS. Have your goal visible so you can see it daily. You can use your goal as a type of affirmation.
  3. MAKE YOUR GOALS SPECIFIC. Sometime we overwhelm ourselves with the big picture. Having more clear cut goals will make them easier to attain.If it helps break your goals into categories for example: mental. emotional, physical, spiritual, financial/business.
  4. WRITE YOUR GOALS IN A POSITIVE TONE. Instead of saying stop being late for work (negative view) change your goal to a positive. For example, be on time for work or be 5 minutes early to work everyday. Reframing is a helpful tool to help you see things in a different way.
  5. HAVE AN ACCOUNTABILITY PARTNER. Share your goals with other people who can help support you and keep you accountable.

This is an exciting time of year when you can have a fresh start. Take charge of your mental health today! Seek out the help of a counselor or professional if need be. Set attainable goals to achieve for yourself and have an amazing New Year!

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