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Fresh Start Effect
- Alex discusses the "fresh start effect" and how common New Year's resolutions are.
- He highlights varying resolution rates across countries like the US, Sweden, UK, and Australia.
Resolution Failure
- Resolutions often fail, with success rates declining over time.
- Studies show factors like stimulus control, willpower, and self-reward impact success.
Goal Orientation
- Approach-oriented goals focusing on how to achieve something are more effective than avoidance-oriented goals.
- Support groups can aid success, although extended support may be less beneficial than initial support.