New years resolutions

I usually start each new year by making resolutions that are destined to fail.

I know I’m not alone.

Every January 1 I tell myself lies like…

📓 This shiny new notebook is going to be the key to staying organized this year!

🏊🏼‍♂️ I know this new workout app will keep me on track towards my fitness goals.

📚 This year, I’m going to read more—at least two books every month!

🥗 Today is when I’m going to start eating right, and I’m going to keep it up!

😴 I’m definitely going to get more sleep every night.

The lies eventually lead to string of failed resolutions.

So this year, I haven’t made any resolutions.

I’ve realized that specific resolutions just add more tasks to my day, which makes me feel overwhelmed.

And when I eventually fail to stick with my resolutions, I wear every failure like a badge of inadequacy.

I now know a lot of that is ADHD.

Many people like me who have ADHD struggle with motivation, task initiation, and disorganization.

Each of these traits plays a role in a persons ability to get things done and stick with goals—goals like resolutions.

This year my only real goal is to avoid defining myself by my achievements or failures.

No more pressure to be perfect or stick to unattainable resolutions.

It’s not about checking boxes. 

It’s about recognizing the small wins, embracing challenges, and making progress one step at a time.

I'm optimistic about 2025 and look forward to a year of growth, momentum, and self-worth.

Happy New Year!