Can’t keep your New Year’s resolutions? Science has a simple fix
New Year's resolutions often falter, but science suggests a simple fix: rephrase them. Researchers found that framing resolutions as 'approach goals' – adopting new habits – leads to greater success than 'avoidance goals' like quitting something. Instead of 'I will quit,' try 'I will start to,' focusing on positive replacements for desired outcomes.
New Year's resolutions often falter, but science suggests a simple fix: rephrase them. Researchers found that framing resolutions as 'approach goals' – adopting new habits – leads to greater success than 'avoidance goals' like quitting something. Instead of 'I will quit,' try 'I will start to,' focusing on positive replacements for desired outcomes.
