Psychology behind every New Year Resolution

 A New Year which is perfectly fresh and untainted is a gateway to a load of opportunities awaiting everyone. Being a brand-new year, the New Year day simply gives every us the “birthday vibe”. Without a New Year Resolution, a New Year can never be complete. From children to adults everyone maintaining their proper action to keep themselves away from any sort of beratement, sending wishes through every social media channel, reconnecting with old friends and family and delicious food are those which defines a New Year. But there are more to this, right?

While the above stated are the outward act which every one of us shows off, there are certain traits that are common to people which don’t show off on the outside. As every year passes, every person ages which in turn gives them a bucketload of extra responsibilities. Despite the additional burden on the shoulder, we tend to put a screen and cover it off. The question here is – How long can the screen hold? Eventually, it will fall to bestow us the things we ought to do. This might be the ‘One’ thing that unites every person in the world.

On this new year remind yourselves that each and every single person you meet is fighting a battle however intense it may be. Be it an easiest or the toughest battle, keep in mind that the mask different person put on the face has nothing to do with the battle they fight. In spite of all things going on in our lives, we with the tendency of humans to move forward no matter what, try our best to achieve the goals.

Talking about the goals. On the occasion of new year, irrespective of the country we live in the New Year Resolution unites us all. Now Do you have a New Year Resolution? If so read further to turn this resolution into a habit you are going to follow always from today.

You have to try only for 20 days:

Any new habit would be difficult to hold on to. For that determination and persistence are the key elements of making a routine action of yours a habit. According to many many studies, it is indeed proved that by following one habit continuously for 20 days, you literally train your body and mind to get used to it. Eventually, your body and mind will get adjusted. Afterward, this routine you do will basically become your daily habit which you will never feel forced to do. Therefore, at this time of a new year, try to do your resolution whatever it may be for 20 days without any break. It will certainly become your habit in the days that follow.

No Himalayan Goals as New Year Resolution:

Some might say that you gotta aim for the stars to land on the clouds. Nay! Just aim for the clouds and you will definitely land on the clouds if you put the required amount of effort on your goal. According to a study undertaken at Cornell University, it is found that only enjoyment makes a person to stick longer to their New Year Resolution. In contrast to what many thought that discipline would help them follow their resolution strictly.

By keeping achievable goals and many small goals instead one big one, you can train the mind to check them off one by one. This way will not only make you feel content that you had achieved some goals, but it will make sure that you achieve the goal.

Tips To hold on to your New Year Resolution

How much ever fancy scientific terms and studies are given, it is finally a person’s determination and consistency that will help them climb the summit and plant the flag. Therefore here are some points which will lighten your resolution and make them realizable.

• If laziness is your villain that brings you down, kick it to the curb and motivate yourselves to get up and just do the work.
• There is nothing much that can motivate you unlike you. Keep in mind not to procrastinate. That will just make you lazy and not the work eventually.
• Plan your day. By planning the day, you can estimate your efficiency and how and where to develop yourselves.
• Watch positive videos like pets home videos to improve your mood.
• Keep it an IMPORTANT task to help others.
• Thank God that you have so much that many do not have.

Last but not least, fight your depression and the stress of daily work, along with helping your loved ones. Therefore grow as a person and help others grow. 

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This year curb your anger, encourage peace, spread happiness and shed light on people and animals who are helpless. I Wish you a prosperous, happy, peaceful and an amazing year where you will achieve all your dreams and dream many more to achieve.

Untap into the myriad of possibilities this year and break the unbreakable!

Image Credit & Courtesy: The New York Times,Hacker Noon.