Yes, resolutions work for some, but not for others.

Why not? Because it’s all about expectations. They put undue pressure on the individual, which leads to stress and disappointment should they fail. 

In truth, resolutions do not fail you, because the buck stops with you. And this is where the challenge lies. 

The advice given by life coaches is clear. Resolutions are secure in the hands who have the wish and the will power to see them through. It is truly all about wishing and willing. 

Getting started

These are some of the most popular resolutions:

1. Earning and saving more money.

2. Get healthier.

3. Exercise more.

4. Lose weight.

5. More family time.

6. Quit smoking.

7. Be happier.

8. Get a better job.

9. Be more independent.

10. Travel the world.

Do you resonate with any of these?

Expert advice by counselors include:

1. Inner work. Spending more quiet time with yourself to get better connected with your inner thoughts and feelings. 

2. Organizing your reflections in words. Writing them down is the fastest way to remember.

3. Setting up your priorities.

4. Reasonable time frame. Don’t overwork yourself. List down the action plan in reasonable terms.

5. Once written, read the resolutions out loud.

6. Place the written resolutions in a place that is visible to you every day.

7. Vision board. It is the old-fashioned way but it works. Create a vision board. Make it your work of art. Then take a photo of this vision board. Look at it every morning. 

8. Vision recall — With your mind, recall that vision board as often as you can.

9. Affirmation. Declare that your vision board will soon become a reality. 

10. Gratitude. Give thanks even before your dreams and aspirations have been met. Feel and know that they have been accomplished.

11. Don’t give up. If you fail today, start again today. 

Affirmation: “My dreams have arrived in 2025.”

Love and Light.