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In this episode, we revisit six common reasons New Year resolutions fail and explore strategies to avoid these pitfalls. The episode covers the importance of realistic, incremental progress, flexibility in goal setting, building habits and systems for motivation, setting clear and achievable goals, acting beyond the '1st of January' mentality, and shifting focus from outcomes to consistent behaviours. Key actionable items discussed include setting smaller goals leading to big ones, creating accountability systems, conducting year-end reviews, and embracing continuous improvement.
00:00 Introduction: Why New Year Resolutions Fail
00:17 Avoiding the All or Nothing Trap
01:09 Embracing Flexibility in Resolutions
02:00 Building Systems for Motivation
02:46 Setting Realistic Expectations
03:22 Moving Beyond the January Mentality
04:10 Focusing on Consistent Behaviors
04:55 Actionable Tips for Sustainable Growth
07:54 Final Thoughts and Continuous Improvement