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New Year’s Intentions: A Healthier Approach to Personal Growth
As we approach the new year, many people flock to gyms, creating long lines for popular workout equipment. This annual surge has led me to abandon the tradition of New Year’s resolutions. Observing the cycle of enthusiasm followed by inevitable setbacks makes me question my ability to maintain these commitments.
Years ago, I explored the challenges surrounding resolutions for a health magazine. One significant insight from wellness coach Laura Mitchell, author of Live Inspired: Cultivating Wellness and Joy, stood out: Resolutions often stem from a mindset of judgment, focusing on what needs fixing rather than fostering growth. Many resolutions revolve around altering our bodies, using guilt as a motivator. This critical self-talk can be damaging, leading us to wonder why we treat ourselves so harshly.
Mitchell advocates for setting New Year’s intentions instead of resolutions. Rather than declaring, “I will attend yoga classes three times a week and run five miles on off days,” consider framing it as, “I intend to engage in activities that bring me joy and movement, like dancing or brisk walking.” This shift in language encourages a more positive relationship with oneself and allows for grace when we inevitably miss our targets. Intentions are about nurturing the part of us that seeks wellbeing, rather than listening to an inner critic.
This leads to the most beneficial commitment you can make: be kinder to yourself. Embrace this intention, and I promise to strive for the same.
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Summary
The approach to New Year’s commitments can be transformed by focusing on intentions rather than resolutions. By emphasizing self-kindness and positive engagement in activities that bring joy, we can foster a healthier mindset toward personal growth and wellbeing.