New Year Health Tips
By Thao Le, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, Behavioral Health Director
With every new year comes new resolutions. Whether it’s getting in shape, traveling more, or quitting smoking, every new year gives us an opportunity to turn the page and start fresh. While coming up with a New Year’s resolution can be difficult, it can sometimes be just as difficult to maintain the resolution over a period of time. This is known as a New Year’s resolution “slump.” One of the greatest reasons why a resolution fails is because the resolution does not become habit. According to a 2023 article by Forbes Health, most people give up resolutions after less than four months.
Fortunately, there are tips to help make sure your resolution sticks:
Set “SMART” goals- Stick to just picking one goal to prevent feeling overwhelmed
- Write out a detailed plan
- Stay motivated by tracking progress
- Don’t be afraid to ask for support from friends and family
- Give habits time to make them stick
- Reward yourself
In the United States, the most popular New Year’s Resolution for 2026 revolves around health and finances, according to early December 2025 surveys. Whatever your goal may be – make it happen and let’s start off the new year with a bang!
