Consider This from NPR Tips to set yourself up for success in 2026
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Jan 1, 2026 
Mariel Segarra, host of NPR's Life Kit, shares invaluable strategies for achieving success by 2026. She discusses the common pitfalls of New Year’s resolutions and suggests practical ways to set achievable goals. Mariel introduces 'urge surfing' techniques to counteract phone distractions and practical habits to reduce late-night scrolling. She emphasizes the importance of monitoring investment fees and offers insights on fostering community through regular dinners. Mariel also shares heartfelt advice on supporting friends during tough times.
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Big Resolutions Often Set You Up To Fail
- Grand New Year's resolutions create pressure and set people up for disappointment when life intervenes.
- Smaller, daily-life adjustments often make success more achievable than lofty annual vows.
Surf The Urge To Scroll
- When you feel the urge to check your phone, ride the sensation without acting on it and notice it ebb.
- Use that pause to stand up and move — stretch, do jumps, or dance to get daily activity in.
Use App Blocks To Protect Mornings
- Block distracting apps during set times like bedtime so you can't open them when you wake up.
- Use app-blocking tools proactively to reduce impulse scrolling and protected morning routines.
