One more year is almost in the rearview, and the countdown to the new year is on. Can you believe it? If you’re like me, you may already be thinking about new opportunities and goals for 2022.
If you’re rolling your eyes at the thought of New Year’s resolutions, let me just state the obvious: There’s nothing significant about Jan. 1 when it comes to goals. There is nothing magical about New Year’s resolutions. In fact, research has found that only about 45% of people even make resolutions. (And 35% of those who do quit them before the end of January.)
So are they even worth it? While resolutions may not be the most successful, there is a lot of benefit in setting goals for yourself. Goals can help you become who you want to be, provide stability and drive you. Jan. 1 gives you a good starting point. The calendar flips to another year, and it’s often seen as a fresh start.
But how do we start the new year off right? Here’s some guidance.
1. Reflect on the previous year.