Setting New Year resolutions is one of the classic rituals of ringing in the New Year, and for good reason. The changing of the year is a great time to reflect, recommit, restart, and renew. However, most of the resolutions made on January 1st are broken by January 18th. To avoid that, we can make several small changes to the way we approach resolutions to help them stick – into February and beyond.

In this episode, Dr. Michael Smith, NMD shares his unique perspective as a naturopathic physician who has helped many people implement significant life changes in regards to their health. Here, he shares seven strategies for success when approaching New Years resolutions along with several ideas that you might consider implementing in your own life and family.

0:24 We are always changing

2:28 Case example: Naturopathic medicine works

4:42 Seven Strategies for Conquering New Years Resolutions

5:46 Strategy 1: Goals, Not Resolutions

8:21 Strategy 2: Don’t Say the Word Diet

12:10 Strategy 3: Movement, Not Exercise

14:46 Strategy 4: Focus on Processes, Not Outcomes

16:34 Strategy 5: Healthy at Every Size

17:14 Strategy 6: Things Outside of Our Control

19:56 Strategy 7: Support Team

21:22 The Lego Principle

23:22 Ideas of New Years Goals

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This video is intended as educational and does not constitute medical advice. For accurate health information that uniquely pertains to you, please consult your licensed healthcare provider.

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