Resolution Inspiration for 2025

With the new year approaching, many think about 'resolutions.' There's the classic "I'm going to the gym every day, never drinking alcohol again, and going to look like a supermodel by spring..." - but after week two, you start to break down and go back to your previous lifestyle. I remember one year, before kids, I tried to change my diet completely. I cut out sugar and tried to be a vegan - I took one bite of a vegan pizza and nearly cried. 

Let's stop making such drastic goals and normalize mindset goals. 

Where to Start

1. Understand that it's okay if you don't want to make a resolution. You can change habits anytime during the year, so you don't have to wait until January 1st to make positive changes in your life. 

2. Make a list of areas that, if improved, would bring you happiness. Examples: more time for myself, understanding retirement savings, getting outside more.

3. Rank your list starting with your top priority.

4. Below each item, bullet a few ways you could start implementing your goal.

   
   

   Take a look at my 2025 goal list:

   (1) Prioritize family time

   - Plan something "fun" at least once per month, even if it's just a visit to the local park

   - Communicate when I need personal time to recharge and be more present during family time

   - Budget for housecleaning so I don't spend a large percentage of time cleaning on weekends

   - Make financially-minded decisions to allow for more family trips

   (2) Love my house

   - Purge clutter

   - Act on inspiration

   - Research landscaping prior to purchasing plants

   (3) Make an effort to make passions come true

   - Swap in podcasts during commute to work

   - Schedule time during the week for focus time

   (4) Find a health routine that works for me

   - Make flavored water for work (lemon, cucumber, mint, citrus)

   - Prioritize meal prep for the work week

   - Experiment with exercise

   
   

Keep it Going

Now that you have your list- keep it in mind - however it works for you. Here are some ideas:

• Post-it Notes. I recently listened to an interview with Jelly Roll, where he said he keeps positive thoughts or goals in the front of his mind by having Post-it notes in his mirror.

• Make a vision board and attach your goals.

• Set regular times during your week to check in with yourself. Keep a journal or calendar with your goals and scheduled time.

• Get coffee or a drink with your partner, a family member, or a close friend and share your goals; ask them to keep you accountable.

I look forward to sharing my goal progress with you through this blog. What are some of your goals for 2025? Share them below!