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10% Happier with Dan Harris

How To Actually Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions | Dan Solo Episode

Jan 3, 2025
Discover key strategies for making and keeping New Year’s resolutions! The discussion dives into how our brains prioritize short-term goals over long-term ones. Learn to set achievable goals and leverage social support. The importance of self-compassion shines through, offering techniques to reframe self-talk. Plus, gain insights on normalizing setbacks and building resilience in habit formation. Embrace fresh starts and make your goals a collaborative effort for greater success!
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Quick takeaways

  • Selecting specific, achievable goals while limiting resolutions avoids overwhelm and creates a solid foundation for habit formation.
  • Incorporating flexibility and self-compassion into the habit formation process promotes resilience and helps maintain motivation over time.

Deep dives

Choosing Effective Resolutions

Selecting the right goals is crucial for successful habit formation. Goals should be specific, achievable, and framed positively, such as aiming to exercise three times a week rather than just getting fit. Additionally, limiting the number of resolutions prevents overwhelm, allowing for more focused efforts on what truly matters. Picking the right resolutions helps create a solid foundation for sustained behavior change, making it easier to commit to and accomplish your objectives.

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