With 2021 here before we could even blink, 2020 will certainly be a year to remember.
\nPerhaps you have come to a point where you have a little pep talk with yourself and have decided enough is enough, or maybe you just want to have a better year than the last. For whatever your reasons for making resolutions there are some great ways to make sure you make resolutions that last.<\/p>\n
So you want to run a marathon but have never run more than 5k, you want to quit smoking but the thought is so daunting. Maybe you want to go back to study or get that promotion at work.<\/p>\n
They are all big dreams which is a great place to start. Write down your ultimate goals, once you have them you can start on the smaller goals. Planning is key, if you have a plan you can stick to you can set yourself achievable goals, that way even hitting the first few small goals can build your confidence to a level where you keep going and it can give you that thirst for success.<\/p>\n
Ensure you understand your resolutions and make sure it is something you actually want rather than something you really don\u2019t want. A great way to truly understand why you want\/need it to change is to work out why you are sticking to the old habits in the first place, for example; microwave meals are much easier than cooking from scratch, or I smoke because I am stressed.<\/p>\n
Once you get to the bottom of why your current habits are currently so easy, that is when you can start to make and introduce the small changes and have the best chance of success with New Year\u2019s Resolutions.<\/p>\n
Here are some tips to help you succeed:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Be Realistic but dream big – strive for small goals that are attainable, such as eating a
\nparticular food in moderation, or taking up a new sport gradually. With the end goal being your resolution.
\n\u2022 Dealing with Temptation – decide how you will deal with temptation, e.g. calling on a friend or family member for help.
\n\u2022 Make a \u201cPros\u201d and \u201cCons\u201d List – it may help to see a list of items on paper to keep you
\nmotivated. Refer to it when you need help keeping your resolve.
\n\u2022 Talk About It – tell friends & family who can help support you.
\n\u2022 Reward Yourself \u2013 celebrate your success by treating yourself to something you enjoy that doesn\u2019t contradict your resolution.
\n\u2022 Track Your Progress – note down each small success to keep you motivated.
\n\u2022 Don\u2019t Beat Yourself Up – obsessing over the occasional slip won\u2019t help you achieve your goal. Do the best you can each day, and take one day at a time.
\n\u2022 Stick to It \u2013 it can take about 21 days for a new activity to become a habit and 6 months to become part of your personality, so be persistent and patient!
\n\u2022 Keep Trying – if you\u2019ve run out of steam by mid-February, don\u2019t despair. Start again for 24 hours at a time and you\u2019ll soon be back on track!<\/p>\n
If you feel you may need some support, you can contact Care first. Care first is a leading provider of confidential, professional counselling, information and advice services. All employees are eligible to use Care first, our services include; telephone counselling, information services and online support. Call Care first on the Freephone number provided by your organisation and you can speak to a professional in confidence.<\/p>\n
If you would like further hints and tips on \u2018Making realistic New Year\u2019s resolutions\u2019 join us for a discussion live on the Tuesday 5th January at 12pm, please use the below link to register for this session \u2013<\/p>\n
https:\/\/attendee.gotowebinar.com\/register\/4875437279205720336<\/a><\/p>\n If you are unable to join the webinar live, a recording of the session can be accessed using the same link above after the webinar has taken place.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" With 2021 here before we could even blink, 2020 will certainly be a year to remember. Perhaps you have come to a point where you have a little pep talk with yourself and have decided enough is enough, or maybe … Continue reading