386. Discipline, Consistency, and Why Most Resolutions Fail: A Guide to Sticking with Your Goals

Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this conversation, Sandee Sgarlata discusses the common struggle of maintaining New Year's resolutions and the reasons why many people abandon their goals. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying reasons for this behavior, such as lack of planning, discomfort, and insufficient commitment. Sandee highlights the significance of discipline and consistency in achieving lasting change and offers practical tips for creating habits that stick, including setting SMART goals, finding accountability partners, and celebrating small wins. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their motivations and to approach goal-setting with a positive mindset.

Takeaways

• Roughly 50% of the population sets New Year's resolutions.
• 80% of people abandon their resolutions by February.
• Awareness is crucial for making lasting changes.
• Discomfort is often a sign of growth.
• Discipline and consistency are key to achieving goals.
• Creating a SMART plan helps in goal setting.
• Having an accountability partner can enhance commitment.
• Emotional attachment to goals can drive motivation.
• Celebrating small wins reinforces positive behavior.
• Self-reflection is essential for personal growth.
   

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