The 5 Reasons People Fail To Achieve Their New Years Resolutions

With the New Year upon us many of us are contemplating what we will do different for next year. Regardless of multiple sclerosis we are all individuals who have aspirations, dreams, and desires. We are not our MS.

I'm sure you've heard of people who do the New Year's resolution thing, they go out and change their diet, exercise- what ever it might be. But soon enough these mighty ideas are cast to the wind. The end result is feeling guilty, just one more thing I didn
't accomplish. Flogging yourself that you didn't do this or that and that your just not disciplined enough to go through the course of action.

I've been setting goals for the past 2 years and there are reasons as to why people don't follow through with their initial good intentions. Based on my observations there are some reasons why people don't achieve their New Years Resolutions.

1. Big lofty ideas: Are your resolutions realistic? Too big of an idea with not enough time, energy and resources can spell a disappointment. Pick just one large resolution, but break it down into steps. What do you have to do to achieve this resolution, think about the steps and how much time and energy it will cost you to achieve.

2. Not writing them down: If you don't write them down, you might as well consider them lost in space. Sit down and grab a piece of paper, write down your resolutions in details and describe to yourself how you are going to get there. Also, your resolution should include your feelings of achievement. If you don't write down your resolutions they just won't seem real and present.

3. Post your resolutions: Place your hand written resolutions in a prominent place where you will see them each and every day. Remind your self each morning. Remember we are forgetful and need to be reminded. This is critical for success. A great idea is to write these resolutions on index cards and place in a spot where you may have a few minutes each day. Perhaps in the car while waiting or driving. Or if you're me, I don't drive and have my resolutions posted in my closet. Each day when dressing I'm reminded of my resolutions.

4. Having a support group: Talk to others regarding your resolutions and how you are doing. Resolutions don't need to be a private affair, talk to friends and family for support in avoiding the pitfalls.

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Robert Groth is the author of "Conquer Multiple Sclerosis". To receive a FREE Ebook go to www.conquerms.com

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