PLYMOUTH, Minn. — New Year’s resolutions get a bad rap for good reason. Experts say 80 percent of resolutions fail by February.
Alissa Daire Nelson of Daire Success Coaching has tangible tips and resources to help you dream, plan and succeed in achieving your 2019 goals. Come on. Let’s get started!
STEP AWAY FROM PERFECTIONISM
Embrace! Nelson says, "It doesn't matter how many times you fall, it matters how many times you get back up." Don't quit after you screw up once! That's all part of the process.
UNDERSTAND HOW HABITS WORK
It's easier to retrain a habit than form a new one. Read The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg for a great resource to learn about habits.
GET S.M.A.R.T.
Get Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound with your goals. Track your progress. Make it easy! Don’t complicate it!
REACH OUT FOR ACCOUNTABILITY & HELP
The best person is typically not a spouse.
Nelson says, "Reach out to someone who will lovingly hold your feet to the fire."
Want to substantially increase your chances of success? Hire a coach.
"Investing in a skilled coach gets you the help you need and lets your subconscious know you're serious. The best investment you can ever make is in YOU," says Nelson.