New year's resolutions Archives

Point/Counterpoint: Are New Year’s resolutions overrated?

Written on January 11, 2019. Posted in Lifestyle, Student Life.

Yes Being fond of beginnings, I understand why the New Year can be hopeful. Resolutions naturally become a part of the feeling, and there’s nothing wrong with embarking on a journey towards self-improvement. However, it’s important to recognize that New Year’s Day is no more special than any other...

Talking heads: Are you still doing your New Year's Resolution

Written on February 2, 2018. Posted in Opinions.

“Taking my time to paint, and yes, I do it everyday.” Danika Bertrand, Comm ‘20 “No electronics in bed, and I broke it January 1.” Alex Green, ArtSci ’18 “I don’t have one. Just to be the best human being, and I’m sticking to it.” Evan Sambasivam, ArtSci ‘18 “No, I was supposed to write something...

The psychology of unfulfilled resolutions

Written on January 20, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

It’s Day 20 of the new year… have you kept your resolutions? Did they work? Did the turning of the calendar year make any change at all? Here’s the scoop. Fewer than 10 per cent of people keep their resolutions long-term, according to a Statistics Brain Research Institute survey conducted this year. But...

Talking Heads: What New Year's Resolution are you already failing?

Written on January 13, 2017. Posted in Opinions.

“Being less stressed.” Olivia Litt, ConEd ’18 “Cooking for myself more.” Madison Kent, ConEd ’18 “Going to the gym everyday.” Sophie Travaglini, ArtSci ’20 “Sleeping on time.” Matt Spanton, ArtSci ’20 “Attending...

What makes January first the day to start being a better person?

Written on January 13, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

If I actually practiced New Year’s resolutions as they were originally intended then I’d have to give up half of my wardrobe, and not because I started hitting the gym all the time. While today we often look at the New Year as a chance to start afresh with new habits and lifestyles, the practice...

Go beyond “new year, new you”

Written on January 8, 2016. Posted in Opinions.

How many of you made a New Year’s resolution this year? Likely, many of us did. And like most things in Western society, they likely revolve around ourselves, our physical appearance or the image we project to others. This self-obsession is an extreme deviation from the original intent of New Year’s...

New year, new you

Written on December 3, 2015. Posted in Lifestyle.

With 2016 just around the corner, now’s the time to start thinking of New Year’s resolutions. But year after year, many of us find ourselves having trouble committing to the promises we set out to accomplish, whether it’s losing 10 pounds, getting better grades or quitting smoking. Breaking bad habits...

New Year's Resolutions: Let's Get Real

Written on January 9, 2013. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Trilby Goouch Blogs Editor It’s that time of the year again when New Year’s resolution lists are made. I’ll exercise everyday; cut out sugar; do my readings on time; wake up earlier. Sadly, New Year’s resolutions tend to be put on the backburner when the newness and excitement of a new year fades....

Another year, another resolution

Written on February 14, 2012. Posted in Lifestyle.

By Rachel Hunter Contributor January was the judgment month as New Year’s resolutions stayed at the forefront of everyone’s mind. It’s no surprise that many resolutions begin with goals towards a change in lifestyle, such as a change in diet or increasing exercise. As we move into the second month...

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Point/Counterpoint: Are New Year’s resolutions overrated?

Talking heads: Are you still doing your New Year's Resolution

The psychology of unfulfilled resolutions

Talking Heads: What New Year's Resolution are you already failing?

What makes January first the day to start being a better person?

Go beyond “new year, new you”

New year, new you

New Year's Resolutions: Let's Get Real

Another year, another resolution

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