2017 is fast approaching and it is time to consider the things we want to change in our lives in the coming year. For many of us, these aspirations come in the form of New Year's resolutions. But keeping these resolutions often seems impossible.
Here are some tips to get you there.
1. Clearly define the objectives.
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The problem with most people is that they don't set the right goals. In order to increase your chances of success, set smart goals:
- Goals need to have specific results. Otherwise, it's easy to find excuses or change when circumstances change.
- You need to have a way to measure results. So you can measure your progress and stay motivated.
- Goals must be realistic and achievable. Otherwise, you will lose focus and end up giving up.
- Good goals are relevant. If a goal is irrelevant, there is really no motivation to keep meeting it.
- The objectives must be limited in time. A goal has to have a defined end date. In the case of a New Years resolution, it can be in the middle of the year or at the end of the year.
By setting smart goals, your chances of meeting your goals increase.
2. Establish control points.
It's one thing to set a goal that says something like: «I want to lose 12 kilos before December 31, 2017». And another thing is to say: "I want to lose a kilo per month, every month of the year". This last resolution is much more motivating and affordable. A kilo per month does not seem, a priori, so difficult.
3. Keep a calendar with reminders.
If you are a visual person, you need to have a calendar with reminders on it. Find a calendar you like, hang it on your wall and put little notes and progress reports on it. This will allow you to move forward and see what needs to be done during any week or month in order to help you achieve your goals for the year.
4. Be flexible.
A common problem with people is that they think their purposes are "all or nothing."
"The difference between doing something more than nothing is huge"says the coach about leadership Kevin Kruse . “If you don't have an hour to work out in the gym, 20 minutes is better than nothing. If you have a minor injury or a cold, decide to just walk a couple of miles. If you have a financial emergency and cannot save 10% of your salary, save what you can. The bottom line is, any effort toward your goal is better than no effort. ".
5. Have an accountability partner.
The last tip is to have an accountability partner. When someone is aware of your goals and resolutions, they are much more likely to stick with them. Connect with someone you trust and ask them to control you.
You can do it!
Achieving your New Year's resolutions, especially one that is mentally and one that is physically demanding, can seem impossible. However, With this planning that we have seen, it is possible, rewarding and fun.
Follow these tips and you can be sure that you will achieve your goals in 2017.
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