I heard somewhere that 92% of New Year’s resolutions are broken before January 31st. I don’t know how accurate that statement is (it came from LL Cool J on NCIS: Los Angeles), but it sounds like it’s probably true, as it’s the number I’d expect for broken New Year’s resolutions. I’ve managed to keep mine for the past couple of years, mostly by saying I won’t make any resolutions that I know I can’t keep. This year was different though, as I wanted to lose some unnecessary body fat, eat healthier, and consume less sweets, among other things.
So far, I’ve made some progress. I’m visiting the gym more often, eating smaller portions, and I can’t remember when I had any cake or soft-serve yogurt. I know if my weight is changing dramatically, but I hope it has. My “among other things” have gotten slightly better too…though like the weight, it’s a work in progress. And no, I’m not telling you what the “among other things” are, because they’re more personal problems I have than weight. Have fun guessing what they are, though.
I’m not saying that people who are unable to keep their resolutions have something to be ashamed of. Change certainly doesn’t happen in a month (I’m directing that one to FOX News). And you don’t need the New Year to make a change. You can make a change any time. All you need is resolve and a support network. However, if you did make a sresolution on December 31st, 2012 or January 1, 2013 and you’ve managed to keep it, then good for you! Keep up the good work, friend.
What’s your resolution? And how’s it going for you?
Rami Ungar The Writer 