Mother Teresa observed, “Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.” And so it is when we decide to make a new resolution. You have to start today.
Why do people make resolutions for a New Year when they are not going to change? Many hope to change, but lack the discipline or willpower to achieve the change.
Life long goals are not achieved without making yearly goals. But yearly goals are not achieved without daily action. Only disciplined daily action can turn into habits. We truely change when we are successful in changing our habits.
How long does it take to form a habit? About three weeks. So for your New Year’s resolutions this coming year, focus on having enough willpower for three weeks. If you can achieve to stay consistent for three weeks, it will get easier.
Most people can’t last the three weeks, but I know you can do it.