How to Make a New Year’s Resolution That Actually Lasts |
Have you ever tried and failed to make a new habit stick? Maybe it was a weight loss goal or simply a new morning routine. If you're human, chances are you know that it can take considerable time, energy, and patience for new habits to take shape.
You may have heard that it takes "30 days to create a new habit." Yet research on habit formation shows that there's actually no hard and fast rule. How long it takes to stick and make its impact can depend on many factors unique to you. For some, that timeframe may involve a few weeks, and for others, integrating a new habit can even take up to a year. While there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to timeframe, there are certain conditions that you can leverage to set yourself up for success throughout the process.
Keeping promises to yourself in your daily life is often overlooked, yet it is key to getting the results you want. Here are some practical ways to make the most out of your New Year's resolution:
Most people believe that they need to feel like doing something before they can actually take action, when, in fact, waiting on a spark of motivation might not be reliable. A point that’s often overlooked is how action fuels motivation. When left to our own devices, moods, weather, or other variables can seriously impact our desire or willingness to engage in any number of activities. Simply starting, on the other hand, helps build forward momentum and........