Devon Beacham
Staff Writer
With 2019 fast approaching, many people are making resolutions, but as important as these goals can be—from eating better to saving money—they are typically broken. Whether it be in the first week or the first month, many people’s resolutions slowly fizzle out and they return to their old ways. Other times, however, motivation and determination overcome laziness. Individuals can maintain their goals and, overall, create a better lifestyle for themselves. But what is the difference between the successful goals and those that often ultimately lead to failure?
It seems that the most effective methods to approach resolutions is by creating measurable ones. Rather than aiming for “being more active,” one should make their resolution “exercise for one hour everyday.” Along with that, instead of thinking “make healthier choices,” set a goal of “eating at least one vegetable at every meal.” Rather than “lose weight,” plan to “lose 10 pounds.” By making a goal that people can assure they complete, it is easier for them to force themselves to do it and to check it off when they’re done. If someone is trying to form a target that they are capable of achieving, the best option is to make it measurable. It also makes them feel a whole lot better once they do achieve it. A goal that one can look back on after many days have passed and know for certain whether or not he or she has fulfilled is more likely to end in success.
