THE NEW YEAR IS HERE Will there be a new you? N
ew Year’s Resolutions are all about eating healthy, going to the gym and bettering yourself in every way possible. But how often do these intentions hold true? According to Forbes, only eight percent of the time. And here at Lakeview, we thought that sounded about right. Of the students interviewed, 95 percent thought that most New Year’s Resolutions just don’t last. But, there’s got to be a way to hold onto these New Year hopes for change. Here’s a few ways you can try to make your resolution stick this year.
1. Pick smaller, more obtainable goals, or break your big goal into a few small steps. Making too large or broad of a goal can be overwhelming, and ultimately discouraging. If you can make a specific checklist for yourself, these big goals can seem more like a couple of easy little steps. 2. Remember why you picked this resolution, and think back to that when you don’t feel like sticking with it. Having a true motivation can help you to keep up your new habit. For example, if you want to save money, think about what you’re saving up for whenever you’re tempted to spend. 3. Be kind to yourself. That sounds silly, but beating yourself up when you mess up a little won’t help you stick to your plan. Don’t make the resolution a punishment, it’s supposed to be fun and hopeful. So if you eat that cake you wanted to avoid, or if you skip the gym, don’t guilt yourself. Instead, celebrate what you have done well, and focus on the good. 4. Get some friends and family to support you. If you have people all around who know about your resolution, they will provide some good pressure to stick with it, and help encourage you if you feel like giving up 5. Don’t feel like a failure if you can’t keep a resolution. It’s hard to suddenly change things up. It can take time to replace unhealthy behaviors with healthy ones, because your body and brain are used to these unhealthy habits.
Teacher Resolutions
“My New Year’s resolution is to go on more walks with my fiance and my dog.” - Tyler Harless, teacher “I usually don’t do them. I mean, why not start changing your life right now?” - Carrie Hindenach, teacher “My resolution is usually not to eat out as much, but I just can’t help it.” - Emily McLaughlin, teacher “My resolution would have to be to get back into running again. I need to make time to run. I just have a lack of time and motivation.” - Bobbie Mathis, teacher
Student Resolutions
“I want to drink less pop and more water.” - Javier Carrillo, junior “I want to always stay positive.” - Hannah Bauserman, freshman “Well, in my family we have a resolution for every month. Some of mine are: stay active, get PRs in track and cross country, keep good grades, and just to stay positive and happy.” - Brisa Hernandez, sophomore “To focus on one thing, and stop procrastinating.” - Ngun Sung, senior “I don’t have one. They’re very pointless.” - Soham Patel, senior “I want to eat healthier and work out.” - Jake Beronja, senior “I want to work harder in school.” - Sydney Garland, junior
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