A good time for a fresh start DW#310)
It is true that you can make changes and begin a journey of growth at any time of the year.
AND it is also true that there are times during the year when it is relatively easier to do so.
Dr. John Norcross (a leading researcher in behavior change) studies new year resolutions. One of his studies found that people who chose the beginning of a new year to make a positive change in their lives were much more likely to successfully make these changes than those who tried to make these changes at other times of the year.
Various experts have suggested that the reasons for improved odds of success at the new year may be:
a) the culture surrounding the tradition of making resolutions which encourages people to stop and reflect
b) the tendency to share these resolutions of change with others which helps keeps people accountable
c) the idea that people who have been thinking about changing for a while pick the new year as a start date because they are ready to move from contemplation to action
Whatever the reason might be, there is evidence that making goals and plans at the New Year works.
So go ahead. Set some goals for this year!
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