The Power Up Podcast

1. Why New Year’s Resolutions don’t work and what to do instead

Martin Coburn Season 2 Episode 1

Welcome to the very first episode of Season 2 of the Power Up Podcast.

Can you believe it? Here we are, two weeks into 2024 already. Are you still on track with your New Year's resolutions? Are you on track to maintain the commitments you made to yourself or are they fizzling faster than a firework on New Year’s Eve?

New Year's resolutions have become a well-intentioned tradition for many, offering a fresh start and the promise of personal transformation. However, for most these resolutions fall by the wayside within the first few weeks or months of the year. While the reasons behind this are varied and complex, it's important to recognize that there are more effective approaches ways to make sure you get off to an intentional start and make 2024 your best year yet.

In this episode, we'll explore why traditional resolutions often don't work and introduce some simple strategies to help you stay on track.

In this episode, we discuss topics such as:

  • Common reasons why we struggle to maintain New Year's resolutions
  • The role of social and environmental influences
  • How to maintain focus even in the face of challenge and changing priorities
  • Simple strategies to get yourself back on track


“If you set yourself a goal in one area of your life which is not ecological with another, don’t be surprised a few weeks down the road if it doesn’t work.”
 
“Take stock, set your intention, and manifest your dreams.”

“You start to notice things consistent with what you want to achieve.”

“You can’t hit a target you can’t see”


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