The Nature of New Year's Resolutions

New Year's resolutions are often misunderstood as vague goals rather than specific commitments to action. Historically, various cultures have observed resolutions, yet there is nothing inherently special about the new year as a time for these commitments. Unlike lofty aspirations such as making a million dollars or achieving fluency in a language, true resolutions should focus on controllable actions like going to the gym or engaging consistently in language study. Viewing resolutions as actionable commitments enhances accountability and the likelihood of success in achieving one's aims.