EP.17 - Beyond January: Overcoming The Resolutionary Mindset

This week, we're about to ride the New Year's resolution rollercoaster. Every January, it's the same, many people chanting, "New year, new me," but by February, it's more like, "Same old me, same old excuses." I explore reasons why resolutions often fail. Loss of motivation is a common culprit. While motivation ignites the spark, it's discipline that sustains the flame. Meanwhile, forgetfulness can derail our aspirations, making it crucial to set realistic goals and stay accountable to avoid losing track. Time constraints pose another challenge. If you can carve out time for a binge-watching session, finding time for a workout becomes a matter of choice. Unrealistic expectations can set us up for disappointment, emphasising the importance of setting achievable goals and celebrating small victories. Lack of accountability is a stumbling block, underscoring the need to share goals, plan diligently, and connect with like-minded individuals. Building self-belief is essential; working on confidence and celebrating small wins can pave the way for lasting change. Navigating social situations requires confidently saying 'no' to peer pressure, prioritising personal choices, and, overcoming financial constraints by viewing health as an investment rather than an expense. You have to set your goals wisely, stay committed, stay flexible, leave room for the unexpected, reward yourself, and remember life's too short not to be your own biggest fan.

Every week, we're jumping headfirst into the insanity of healthy eating, fad diets, and fitness mumbo jumbo. I'm here to cut through the crap, no sugarcoating, maybe a bit of oversharing, and unfortunately the odd bad pun.

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