The Argument For (and Against) New Year's Resolutions by Josephine Walk

I don’t think you or I or anyone in this school or country should make New Year’s resolutions. Well really, I’m fine with the whole resolution part. I think. But the New Year’s part? Unacceptable! Well, in most cases…

Welcome to my collection of seemingly contradictory but all absolutely accurate views on the over hyped, under appreciated tradition that is setting New Year’s resolutions.

First of all, it must be acknowledged that goal setting and reflection is essential to being an ambitious human. Instead of only crossing our minds as the year changes, it should be a constant and conscious effort throughout the entire year.

It can be motivating to know millions of others across the country are putting in the efforts to better themselves at the same time you are. New Year’s resolutions are notorious for being broken quickly. You aren’t really still striving towards the goals you set this January, are you?

The start of a new year is the perfect time to focus on self betterment. What significance does January 1st really hold? Oh shoot, it’s January 4th. Gotta wait until next year to be a better person.

New year, new me! Why give into that pressure to completely change so quickly? This mindset lacks in allowing for failure; you miss one workout and your year’s ruined. Better luck next time.

In 2019, I’m going to eat better, sleep better, exercise more, save more money, and be more efficient. Do you really need to formalize these goals? Or were you really going to try to exercise less? Spend more? Allow yourself less sleep?

I’m going to set a specific and attainable goal. If at first I don’t succeed, I will realize I am, in fact, human and understand that I can set a new resolution *gasp* any time of the year. Yes! Now you’ve got it!