Resolution OR Resolution & Resolute

Last week, Jen wrote to us a great blog regarding resolutions and setting them for this year. This week, let's discuss how to make sure you succeed with those resolutions.

In December of each year, roughly 45% of people make New Year Resolutions for the upcoming year. Some people follow through with their resolutions, while most people don’t.

Why is that?

Isn’t a resolution enough?

How can you help ensure that you follow through with your resolutions?

First, let’s define a resolution. A resolution is a resolve; a definite or earnest decision or determination.

Below, thanks to list25.com, is a list of 25 common New Year Resolutions (as of 2014):

·         Lose Weight

·         Exercise

·         Quit Smoking

·         Quit Drinking

·         Get a New Job

·         Get Out of Debt

·         Save Money

·         Eat Healthier

·         Get Organized

·         Spend More Time with Family

·         Manage Stress Better

·         Enjoy Life to the Fullest

·         Stop Procrastinating

·         Travel

·         Improve a Relationship

·         Learn a New Language

·         Have Better Sleep

·         Spend Less Time on Facebook

·         Spend Less Time Watching TV

·         Get Rid of Old Clothes

·         More Biking

·         Run a Half or Full Marathon

·         Try an Extreme Sport

·         Do Something for Charity

·         Have a Baby

So, with all of these resolutions, which vary widely, why is it that many people are unsuccessful at achieving them?

The secret: resolute.

Resolute is defined as being firm or determined; unwavering.

You can have multiple resolutions, but if you are not resolute about them, you will likely not succeed.

Having a resolution without being resolute is an incomplete equation. The equation should be

Resolution + Resolute = Success

If you have made a resolution (a definite or earnest decision or determination) you must also be resolute (firm or determined, unwavering).

If you truly want to achieve your resolution, you must be unwavering; regardless of what actions, time, money, or sacrifices it might take.

When deciding on your New Year Resolution(s), make sure that you are willing to be resolute about them, if you really want to accomplish them. Don’t rely on luck, chance, or a half effort.

Take ownership of your resolution, be resolute, and strive to achieve that resolution until you do!

Good luck with your resolutions for this year!

Until next time,

Miranda Harris, CSCS , HFS

mharris@mvhospital.net