Pinot's Palette Addison Tips & Tricks For Making & Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions

Can you believe it’s almost 2020?! 

It seems like just yesterday, we were celebrating the turn of the century, and ringing in the year 2000. With the change to a brand new decade, and as always, the brand new start of the year on January 1st, things always feel so fresh and new. It feels so good to have that sense of hope, innovation, and the feeling that anything is possible. Plans are made, dreams seem more attainable, and we’re ready to live by the philosophy of, ‘"Out with the old, and in with the new”. 

With the new year, comes new choices… Resolutions for ourselves and our lives that (researchers say) about 60% of the US makes.

With over half of the country making promises for changes to make in the new year, sadly, only about 8% of us are successful in achieving them. 

We’re here to offer a few helpful tips for making and keeping your resolutions this year. Check them out, give them a try, and see how they can work for you! We’re rooting for you to succeed this year, and make all of your resolutions, come to light! 

Cheers!

— Set a Specific, Realistic Goal —— 

Let’s be realistic, if you’re used to sitting on the sofa all day, eating takeout and junk food, and never drinking water, it’s going to be a pretty big deal to eat 100% healthy, drink nothing but water, and working out everyday. It’s just nothing something that you’re likely to stick with.

**The number one reason that people give up on their New Year’s resolutions is that they overachieve and try to reach HUGE goals in a short amount of time. 

Each year, millions of adults resolve to lose weight or get in shape; It's actually the #1 resolution. Instead of selecting such an ambiguous goal, focus on something more concrete that you can realistically set your sights on.

Start by committing to losing 10 pounds, or running a mini-marathon. Choosing a concrete, achievable goal also gives you the opportunity to plan exactly how you're going to accomplish your goal over the course of the year.

Bonus: 

Achieving even small goals can boost your self-belief 

The American Psychological Association also suggests focusing on just one behavior at a time is more likely to lead to long-term success.

—— Don't Wait Until the Last Minute ——

Planning is a huge part of achieving any goal. Experts suggest that you should spend time thinking about how you will work towards a major behavior change.

If you start working toward a goal without any kind of plan in place, you might find yourself giving up whenever you face any sort of obstacle, difficulty, or resistance. 

Start by writing down your goal, making a list of things you might do to achieve that goal, and noting any obstacles that might stand in your way. By knowing exactly what you want to accomplish and the difficulties you might face, you'll be more prepared to stick to your resolution and overcome any potential struggles.

Tip: 

Having a detailed written plan can make it easier to stick with!

Why is this stage so critical for success? For one thing, it allows you to consider what tactics you will use when you are faced with barriers to success. When things get difficult, what strategies will you use to stay on the path toward success?

**We LOVE the idea of a ‘Vision Board’ to help you achieve your goals. Check out some tips for making a vision board that actually works, here: https://christieinge.com/9-steps-for-creating-a-vision-board-that-actually-works/

—— Avoid Repeating Past Failures ——

Another strategy for keeping your resolution is to not make the exact same resolution year after year. We realize this is going o be tricky one, as for many of us, we try the same things, year after year, but don’t stick with them When the new year comes around, we’re eager to put those exact same goals on the table as resolutions for the fresh new start of the upcoming year.

If you think you can do something, with the right mindset, you probably can… however, if you've already tried and failed then your self-belief will be low, which means starting out in the wrong mindset, consciously or not.

If you do choose to reach for the same goals you've tried for in the past, spend some time evaluating your previous results. Which strategies were the most effective? Which were the least effective? What has prevented you from keeping your resolution in past years? 

*By changing your approach, you will be more likely to see real results this year.

And most importantly:

1. Remember that change is a process.

All of those unhealthy habits you're trying to change, most likely took years to develop, so how can you expect to change them in just a matter of days, weeks, or months?

It may end up taking longer than you would like to achieve your goals, but don’t let that deter you; Remember that this is not a race to the finish. Once you have made the commitment to changing a behavior, in many cases, it's something that you''ll continue to work on for the rest of your life.

2. Don’t beat yourself up.

Perfection is unattainable. Remember that minor missteps when reaching your goals are completely normal and OK. Don’t give up completely because you ate a brownie and broke your diet, or skipped the gym for a week because you were busy. Everyone has ups and downs; resolve to recover from your mistakes and get back on track.

3. Get support from friends and family.

You've probably heard this advice a million times, but tha's because "the buddy system" actually works. Having a solid support system can help you stay motivated, give you emotional support, and give you some great-feeling compliments when you accomplish goals!

Explain what your goals are to your close friends or family and ask them to help you achieve your objectives. Better yet, enlist the help of others by joining a group that shares your goal.

*One of the most-common and easy to succeed resolutions is to ‘Try New Things’.

With a painting and wine class at Pinot’s Palette Addison, you can easily make that one happen! Grab your friends and family, and come in for a painting class where you’ll be walked through a work of art, step-by-step, no matter your skill level.

*If your resolution is to “Relax More”, we can help you with that one, too.

Painting, along with other creative activities, is a scientifically-proven way to relax; Creative activities are something that you tend to get lost in; It's like meditation: very peaceful, very serene, and a kind of psychotherapy. Your right brain is at work which is non-judgmental, which allows you to forget all the worries you have for that period of time. 

*Lastly, if spending more time with loved ones is high on your resolution list, as it is with many people, you can share in the experience of making art, drinking wine, and having a lot of fun together at out studio.

Our gift certificates make a wonderful gift for friends and family this holiday season. Give them out to some of the people on your list and attend a class with them! The gift of an experience is always a fantastic idea, and when you’re spending time with them during the experience, it’s even better. A parent or grandparent would really enjoy getting a gift like a painting and wine class, because then they’re able to try something new, while bonding with the ones they love most! 

WISHING YOU & YOURS A PROSPEROUS & HAPPY NEW 2020!

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