Those Pesky New Year’s Resolutions!

Well, here we are … January is certainly flying by way too fast.  School and work schedules are very busy, even during the winter months, and sometimes it’s tough to stock up on fresh fruits and veggies.  Isn’t it good to know that Pathfinder Produce is here to help you serve up tasty, healthy foods to your loved ones?

Come visit us this Thursday, January 25 at the Pathfinder Village Commons, from
1 to 5 p.m. for the freshest tastes and friendliest staff around!

Below, my colleague Sally Trosset shares some encouraging words to all of us who may be feeling a little overwhelmed by our New Year’s resolutions.

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It’s January 23^rd -- do you know where your New Year’s resolutions are? 

We always start the New Year with good intentions, but it is easy to quickly fall off the wagon.  Life gets in the way or we lose that early rush of motivation, and slowly but surely we land back at square one.  According to one 2012 article from Forbes.com, 1 in 3 people abandon their resolutions by the end of January.  Whether you are resolving to get more done each day, exercise regularly, or shed a few pounds there is still time to get back on track.  (There’s less than one week to prove Forbes wrong!)

Another more recent Forbes article points out that it’s not necessarily about the goal; it’s about the approach and your plan to accomplish it.  I found these tips from author Frances Bridges to be helpful, easy to follow, and it’s only five steps! 

If you are serious about sticking to your resolutions, these are some solid methods that may increase your chances for success.  One webpage from SparkPeople has an entire rewards chart and offers 50 non-food rewards for hitting your goals.  Change is never easy -- it requires soul-searching and resolve -- but the results of working toward positive transformation can offer you renewed confidence and a more purposeful outlook for the future.

And finally, as the Bridges’ article states, celebrate your success!  You passed on the burger and ordered a salad.  You didn’t buy the coat because you realized you didn’t need it.  Those are achievements and you should be proud of yourself! 

Until next time, eat well and be well!

Sally (and Lori)