5 ways to keep your new year’s resolutions

Making a new year’s resolution is a worthy goal. There is nothing wrong with trying to improve yourself. Unfortunately, it has been estimated that 80 percent of people fail in keeping their new year’s resolutions. Here are five tips to make your resolutions a reality.

Set Realistic Goals

Cutting all the sugar out of your diet may be an admirable goal, but is it something you can actually achieve?  In order to stick with your resolution, it has to be realistic. Goals need to be specific, measurable and manageable. For example, instead of drinking sugary soda every day, set a goal to have it twice a week. Now, that is a resolution you can build upon. Additionally, make sure to only work on one goal at a time. Attempting to change too many behaviors at once is a recipe for failure.

Increase Self-Awareness

The transtheoretical model of change says that, in order for you to successfully change a behavior, you must be in the proper mental state. Becoming more self-aware can help you reach the appropriate level of readiness. Ask yourself the following questions: Why do you want to change this behavior? What are the consequences—for you and others—if you accomplish your goals? How would this change fit with the person you want to be? If you are having trouble with these questions, confer with a friend, family member or therapist for help. 

Tell Other People

Letting other people know that you have made a new year’s resolution serves a couple of purposes. First, it allows friends and family to give you support in reaching your objectives. Second, the knowledge that other people are aware of your goals helps hold you accountable for your behavior. For instance, you are less likely to order that Dr. Pepper if you know your friend is going to give you the stink eye. 

Reward Yourself

Positive reinforcement increases the probability that you will continue a certain behavior. So, when you meet a particular goal, give yourself a reward. Just make sure your prize furthers your objective. It is not wise to reward yourself with a Milky Way if you are trying to reduce your sugar intake. 

Remain Positive

Introducing a new behavior into your life is not easy. You may have setbacks. Almost everyone slips up when they are trying to make a new action permanent. Instead of beating yourself up, understand that mistakes are normal and encourage yourself to get back in the game. If you are having difficulty staying positive look to your support system for help.

FIGURE OUT WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE FOR YOU WITH THERAPY FOR WOMEN IN MANHATTAN & BROOKLYN

The truth is, there’s no single or one-size-fits-all definition of success. Everyone has a different idea of what they want their life to look like. That is why it’s important to get clear on what that looks like for you. Once you have a better understanding of yourself and your values, you can start designing your life based on the things that are most important to you. 

Therapy for women in Manhattan and Brooklyn is a great way to figure out what success looks like for you. At Manhattan Wellness, we will provide you with a safe space to explore your feelings and goals. So you can find clarity on what you want for yourself. We will pair your vulnerability with our empathy and encouragement. Then together we will uncover the key elements that will take you from where you are now to where you want to be. If you are ready to make the changes you want in your life:

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3. Let’s Talk About How We Can Help You Feel Empowered & Ready To Take The Next Step. 

We believe that you have the power within yourself to make the changes you want and find your version of success. Our female therapists are here to support you in navigating this journey. Allowing you to reclaim your identity and take control of your life. Thus allowing you to create the future you’ve been dreaming of.

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At Manhattan Wellness, our therapists are here to support you in navigating this journey and reclaiming your identity. So you can take control of your life and create the future you’ve been dreaming of. This is why we offer a variety of services to ensure you get the support, care, and guidance necessary. The therapy services we offer are Therapy for Maternal Mental Health, Self-Esteem Counseling, and Anxiety Treatment. Along with Dating/Relationship Counseling, Counseling for College Students, and more. Feel as if you are not living the life you deserve? Let’s talk about it.