New Year’s Resolutions are a great way to get yourself excited about something. They are an opportunity to try something new, refresh something old or take an entirely different path. In this post, I’ll share my Gift Guide for New Year’s Resolution Success . Whether it’s a gift for a loved one or friend, or a gift for yourself, there’s something here to help you succeed at achieving your New Year’s Resolutions.  

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Top New Year’s Resolutions

1. Learn a New Language

Learning a new language is a popular New Year’s Resolution. Widely acknowledged as one of the best tools for learning a new language, this version of Rosetta Stone offers lifelong access to 24 different languages!

2. Get in Shape

Machines that help you work your glutes are currently popular and widely promoted on social media. Pick up the Sunny Health & Fitness Squat Assist Row-n-Ride Trainer now and look amazing in a swimsuit this summer!

3. Get Your Finances in Order

Getting my finances in order is on my own New Year’s Resolution list this year. Dave Ramsey’s strategies are the best, so check out his Wall Street Journal Bestseller, The Total Money Makeover.

4. Read More Books

I have had not one but two Kindle Paperwhite devices over the years. Love it! There’s no glare and it really does look like a printed page. You can even read it in the sun.

5. Lose Weight

Who doesn’t want to lose a few pounds? I personally read The Obesity Code and it literally transformed the way I think about weight loss. Next on my reading list is another book by Dr. Jason Fung called The Complete Guide to Fasting.

6. Freshen Up Your Look

Youthful radiant skin is definitely on my list. Is it on yours? How about healthy hair and nails while you’re at it? SkinnyFit Youth Multi-Collagen Peptide Powder claims it’s been shown to increase skin elasticity and hydration among other things. I’m intrigued!

7. Start a Meditation or Yoga Practice

I love yoga. My favorite is a modified version of Bikram Yoga without as much heat. Whether it’s yoga or meditation you’re after, Gaiam is the industry leader in yoga and meditation accessories. New to Yoga? Check out this Yoga For Beginners Kit

5 Tips to Succeed at New Year’s Resolutions

While many people fail at their attempts to keep their New Year’s Resolutions, it’s often because of unrealistic expectations about the level of effort, time and commitment needed to succeed. Here are a few tips psychologists recommend for succeeding at your New Year’s Resolutions.

Make a Plan

If someone asked you to do something at work, you’d likely make a plan. The plan might take the shape of a simple list, or it might be more elaborate. Treat your personal projects like your projects at work and make a plan. For example, if your New Year’s Resolution is to get your finances in order. Figure out how you’ll do that. Do some research, make a list, add due dates for items on your list and methodically check them off one by one. In my professional life I do a lot of work that involves project management. One thing we do when managing projects is identify “milestones.” These are key points within a project plan where small successes take place that step us towards project completion. So, to use a weight loss example, perhaps you set three weight loss milestones at certain points in your journey including a short term, a medium term and a long term milestone. This will allow you to feel like you are making steady progress towards your goal. Not only that, it will give you an excuse to celebrate your successes! 

Identify Your “Reason Why”

It’s not enough to just want to do something. Spend some time reflecting on your “reason why.” Having a sense of purpose can help ground you and give you the motivation to keep going, even when it’s hard.

Go Easy on Your Self

We tend to be our own worst critics, which is not good for our emotional well being. We’re talking about  New YEAR’S Resolutions. That means you have an entire year to make them happen. This is not an excuse to procrastinate. Rather, it’s just a healthy way of realizing that if you lapse in your efforts, don’t worry, you have time to try again.  

Be Realistic About What it Takes

We often underestimate what it takes to get something done. For example, it’s very unlikely that someone is going to lose 30 pounds in just one month. So, do yourself a favor and be realistic about what it takes to accomplish your goal. If your goal is indeed weight loss, read my posts for a few tips!

• 5 Myths from the Last 30 Years About Health and Weight Loss
• Lose Weight After 50 – 5 Easy Steps

Work with a Friend

Your friends and family can be your biggest supporters. Choose a person you trust to share your goals with. In some cases, you may even be able to team up. For example, if your goal is to get in shape, maybe you can identify a walking partner. Regardless of how you choose to go about it, your friends and family want you to succeed. They can be cheerleaders, coaches, partners and even help to hold you accountable when you need it.

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