Why I don’t do ‘New Years Resolutions’

What I do Instead

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My friend called me up the other day and as we were casually chatting she asked me, ‘so have you been sticking to your New Years Resolutions?’

I told her I actually don’t make New Years resolutions. I just make resolutions to my life as I see fit.

For example, when I noticed I was gaining weight, I resolved to cut out sugar and extra carbs.

Or when I noticed myself feeling like I wasn’t working to my potential, I resolved to take more classes to learn about my field, conduct informational interviews and apply to better jobs.

I have a distaste for people that make ‘New Years Resolutions’. Every time I hear someone around the end of the year talk about them I chuckle. Why do you need a new year to make changes?

Make changes to your life when you need it.

Make changes to your diet when you feel unhealthy, weak, or lethargic.

Invest in a class or a book when you feel you aren’t learning or know enough. (Life long will keep you curious)

You should make changes to your life when you see that you need to.