As the year comes to a close, many reflect on the past twelve months and think about what they want to achieve in the coming year. New Year’s resolutions are a popular tradition, offering a fresh start and a chance to set new goals. Whether it’s improving health, learning new skills, or making more time for family and friends, resolutions can be a powerful tool for personal growth.
One of the most common resolutions is to get healthier. This can mean various things for different people, from losing weight and eating better to exercising more regularly or quitting something. For some, it might be about mental health, such as reducing stress or practicing mindfulness. Setting specific, achievable goals is key to making these resolutions stick. For example, instead of people saying “I want to lose weight,” they might say, “I will lose 10 pounds by March.” Senior Brooke Eichelberger states that she would like to.
“For 2025, I want to get healthier by working to lose weight. I hope to lose at least 5 pounds within the first 2-3 months,” said Eichelberger.
Another popular resolution is to learn something new. This could be picking up a new hobby, like playing an instrument or learning a language, or it might be advancing in your career with a course or certification. The new year is a great time to challenge yourself and expand your horizons.
In addition to those, a frequent resolution is spending more time with loved ones. In busy lives, it’s easy to let time with family and friends slip away. Making a conscious effort to prioritize these relationships can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life, and even add to your personal happiness and growth.
Others have a variety of resolutions that vary from their athletic or academic goals. This is a popular resolution for students in high school or college. Senior Lena Greer talks about her New Year’s resolution for 2025.
“My resolution is to focus on my schoolwork and achieve better grades! I have worked really hard this second quarter of my senior year and I want to continue the hard work, as well as succeed even more in my classes. I hope for my final grades to be majority As,” said Greer.
Sophomore Anna Nye has a similar goal to Greer, with a stronger focus on athletics.
“My resolution is to improve as much as I can in lacrosse and make it my main focus. I also want to keep my grades up through the seasons,” said Nye.
New Year’s resolutions offer a chance for a fresh start and self-improvement. By setting clear, attainable goals, anyone can make meaningful changes in their lives and start the new year with a sense of purpose and direction.
