Did you know facts about new year resolutions

Here are some interesting facts about New Year's resolutions:

  1. Only 8% of people achieve their New Year's goals: According to a study by the University of Scranton, only about 8% of people achieve their New Year's resolutions. (Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology)
  2. The most popular resolutions are related to health and wellness: The top three most popular New Year's resolutions are:
    • Losing weight or getting in shape
    • Quitting smoking or reducing drinking
    • Improving mental health or reducing stress (Source: YouGov)
  3. Most people make resolutions on January 1st: According to a survey by the Pew Research Center, 44% of Americans make New Year's resolutions on January 1st, while 21% make them in December.
  4. The average person makes 10-15 resolutions per year: A study by the University of Scranton found that the average person makes around 10-15 New Year's resolutions per year. (Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology)
  5. The most common resolution is to "get organized": According to a survey by the National Association of Professional Organizers, the most common New Year's resolution is to "get organized" or "declutter" one's life.
  6. New Year's resolutions are often made impulsively: Research suggests that people often make New Year's resolutions impulsively, without much thought or planning. This can lead to a higher likelihood of failure. (Source: Journal of Consumer Research)
  7. The first few weeks are the most critical: A study by the University of Scranton found that the first few weeks of the year are the most critical in terms of sticking to New Year's resolutions. (Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology)
  8. Writing down your resolutions increases success: Research suggests that writing down your New Year's resolutions can increase the likelihood of success. (Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology)
  9. Having a support system is key: Having a support system, such as friends or family members, can increase the likelihood of success when it comes to New Year's resolutions. (Source: Journal of Clinical Psychology)
  10. It's okay to break your resolutions: Breaking a New Year's resolution doesn't mean you've failed. Instead, it's an opportunity to learn and adjust your approach. (Source: Psychology Today)

I hope you found these facts interesting!