The Sobering Truth: Most New Year’s Resolutions Fail. Here’s How to Succeed.

Photo Credit: Polina Kovaleva/Pexels By ReShonda Tate This post was originally published on Defender Network This article was also published on Word In Black. Starting today, millions of people around the world have resolved to make 2025 their best yet. Whether it’s hitting the gym, quitting a bad habit, or saving money, New Year’s resolutions are a time-honored tradition. But the statistics paint a sobering picture: most resolutions don’t make it past the first few months. Here’s a closer look at the numbers and why sticking to resolutions is so challenging. The Life Span of a Resolution According to a Forbes Health survey, the average New Year’s resolution lasts just 3.74 months. That means most goals are abandoned well before the halfway mark of the year. Early Abandonment: Nearly 80% of resolutions are abandoned by February, making the first month of the year a critical period for success. Quitter’s Day: The second Friday in January has earned the dubious nickname “Quitter’s Day” as it’s often when motivation wanes and people give up on their resolutions. Long-Term Success: Only 6% of New Year’s resolutions, according to a 2023 Forbes poll, last beyond a year. That’s a sobering statistic for anyone aiming...