Resolutions

Health 2024-01-01T10:10:02Z

How to stop procrastinating and actually set and accomplish your New Year's resolutions

A key component to setting New Year's resolutions and achieving goals is not procrastinating or relying on your ideal future self to be responsible.
Health 2023-12-28T10:10:01Z

3 New Year's resolutions couples should make together so they don't end up in my office, from a divorce attorney

A divorce attorney who's been divorced and remarried herself shares New Year's resolutions for couples to maintain their marriage.
Health 2023-12-26T10:10:01Z

5 ways to build better money and health habits, according to a certified financial planner

Follow these strategies to achieve your resolutions in 2024. To build a new habit, commit to doing it at the same time every day for at least two or three weeks.
Health 2023-12-19T10:10:01Z

The biggest mistake you make when setting New Year's resolutions — and how to stick to them

Jaclyn Gallo, a life coach, helps clients set New Year's resolutions. Here's the biggest mistake that leads to a failed goal by the end of January.
Health 2023-01-21T14:05:00Z

7 ways to reduce your screen time, according to a psychologist

A psychologist explains how those looking to combat screen addiction can successfully reduce their screen time.
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Health 2023-01-06T17:55:21Z

Today is a popular day to give up on Dry January. Here's how to resist a drink, and how to bounce back if you have one.

The first Friday and the last Saturday of January are the days most people break their commitments to a month off. Slip-ups are good learning experiences.
Strategy 2022-12-31T11:00:00Z

These people kept New Year's resolutions like saving $20,000 and reading 52 books — here's how they did it

New Year's resolutions are hard to follow through on. People who achieved them said choosing something you can easily track is key.
Strategy 2021-05-24T13:23:39Z

Why you should try Melinda Gates' 'word of the year' strategy instead of setting big, lofty goals

Setting a goal of writing a book can be overwhelming, but repeating the mantra "write" each day is more likely to keep you pumping out pages.
Strategy 2021-02-11T14:05:00Z

Why you should set mini monthly resolutions instead of annual goals, using these 5 therapist-approved steps

Amy Morin says adjusting your goals on a monthly rather than a yearly basis will help you stay motivated and aware of your progress.
Strategy 2021-01-01T14:00:00Z

9 tips on making New Year's resolutions that actually stick

Create specific action plans to achieve your goals and avoid self-critiquing yourself and your values to keep your commitment strong.
Strategy 2020-12-29T14:05:00Z

How to set realistic New Year's resolutions and actually stick to them, according to a neuroscientist

Moran Cerf says choosing just one or two resolutions, breaking them into tangible goals, and pairing with a friend to stay accountable is key.
News 2020-01-07T17:05:19Z

20 changes you need to make in your life in 2020

You can make small changes to your sleeping habits, your fitness routine, your work life, your friendships, and even to your bank account.
Strategy 2020-01-07T14:30:00Z

Forget setting goals — here's why you should set a one-word theme for 2020

You won't find fulfillment if you're basing your sense of worth on always achieving the next goal. Instead, set a theme.
Careers 2020-01-07T14:15:00Z

3 simple resolutions that'll instantly make a positive impact on your life, according to a neurosurgeon

Board-certified neurosurgeon and author Dr. Mark McLaughlin plans to shift away from reading on screens so he can think more clearly and creatively.
Strategy 2020-01-04T15:00:00Z

The best way to ditch bad habits, according to science

It's important to pick the right day to quit or change your habits — but you don't have to plan too much.
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Personal Finance 2019-12-31T18:25:30Z

I used to think New Year's resolutions were cheesy until setting 3 helped me double my income and save nearly $30,000

In 2019, I set money resolutions for the first time in my life. I wanted to save more, boost my income, and start investing.
Strategy 2019-01-06T12:55:00Z

I'm a neurosurgeon, and there's a 4-step strategy anyone can use to make good habits stick

Your behavior triggers certain responses in your brain. In order to build better habits, you have to understand your behavior.
News 2019-01-01T17:38:00Z

We asked 1,000 Americans what they think Trump's New Year's resolutions should be. Here's what they told us.

Americans think President Trump should tweet less and be kinder in 2019. But the most common New Year's resolution people mentioned was "resign."
Play Icon A triangle pointing right. It indicates that this type of media can be played or that the linked content is playable. Science 2018-12-31T15:34:00Z

An exercise scientist reveals exactly how long you need to work out to get in great shape

Trying to get in shape for the New Year? Exercise Scientist Shawn Arent tells us just how long you'll need to lose those extra pounds.
News 2018-12-26T17:31:00Z

How to actually make and keep New Year's resolutions, according to a behavioral scientist

New Year’s resolutions don’t have to be a joke — here are three proven ways to make new habits stick.
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