The new year is around the corner and you must be thinking about making new year resolutions. Achieving new year resolutions can be challenging, but there are a few strategies that may help you stay on track:
Make specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals: Your goals should be specific, so you know exactly what you want to accomplish. They should be measurable, so you can track your progress. They should be achievable, so you can realistically achieve them. They should be relevant, so they are important to you. And they should have a time frame, so you can work towards them with a sense of urgency. For example, instead of resolving to “exercise more” to lose weight, you might resolve to lose 10 Kg (or, whatever you want) till Dec 2023 by going to the gym five times a week.
Write down your goals: Seeing your goals written down can help you stay motivated and committed to achieving them. You might want to create a visual representation of your goals, like a vision board or a list, to help you stay focused.
Create a plan: Once you’ve set your goals, make a plan for how you will achieve them. This might include setting aside specific times for working on your resolution or breaking your goal down into smaller, more manageable tasks. Now, set deadlines for completing each one of your goals.
Track your progress: Keep track of your progress as you work towards your goals. This can help you stay motivated and see the progress you are making.
Be consistent: Consistency is key when it comes to achieving your resolutions. Try to make progress on your goals every day, or at least on a regular basis.
Right Attitude and strong determination: Develop the right attitude that can overpower the doubts and fears that cloud your mind and judgment. Also, have a strong determination that can ensure that you stay on your path despite any hiccups along the way.
Celebrate your accomplishments: Celebrate your successes along the way, no matter how small they may seem. This will help you stay motivated and motivated to continue working towards your goals.
Don’t be too hard on yourself: If you don’t meet a goal or slip up, don’t beat yourself up about it, and don’t give up on your resolution. Instead, try to get back on track and continue working towards your goal. Remember that it is normal to have setbacks and that it is important to learn from your mistakes and move forward.
Seek support: It can be helpful to have the support of others when trying to achieve your goals. Sharing your resolutions with a friend or joining a support group or online community can also be very helpful. So, surround yourself with supportive people who can help you stay on track and motivated.
Hire a coach: You might consider seeking the help of a coach who can help you explore your strengths, win over your fears, overcome your limiting beliefs, get clarity in tough situations, reframe your challenges, and keep you motivated to stay on course to achieve your goals.
Hire a mentor: If you want to thrive in a particular industry and are not experienced enough, you might also consider seeking the help of a mentor who can provide specific guidance and support as you work towards your goals.
Be flexible: Be open to adjusting your goals or plans as needed. Life can be unpredictable, and it is important to be flexible and adaptable to change.
Remember, achieving your New Year’s resolutions is a process and it may take time. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t see immediate results. Stay committed and keep working towards your goals, and you will eventually achieve them.
I wish you everything best for you to achieve your new year goals. But, if you need me as a coach to handhold you from where you are to where you want to reach by helping you overcome your challenges, you can reach out to me.
