Consider This from NPR How to Make Better New Year's Resolutions
Dec 31, 2022
In this discussion, Marielle Segarra, host of NPR's Life Kit, shares her insights on New Year's resolutions. She emphasizes shifting the focus from rigid goals to flexible intentions, suggesting this may lead to more meaningful change. They explore the unrealistic expectations often tied to resolutions and advocate for embracing personal evolution. Faith Hill of The Atlantic adds her perspective, revealing why she chose to stop making resolutions altogether. The conversation encourages listeners to find joy and freedom in their personal growth journey.
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Self-Improvement Pressure
- Modern self-improvement culture pressures us to constantly strive for better.
- This is driven by advertising, social media, and capitalism, influencing us to always seek change.
Resolutions vs. Evolution
- Resolutions often fail because they focus on goals, not personal evolution.
- Life's most important goals, like being a good parent, are ongoing processes, not checkboxes.
Reflect on Values
- Focus on reflecting on why you want change, rather than setting rigid goals.
- Consider what you value; important goals are hard to measure and rarely "finished."