Psychologists share tips for keeping your New Year’s resolutions

ORLANDO, Fla. — With the New Year comes new goals, and many people are working on themselves right now.

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However, staying motivated to achieve new goals can be difficult.

Psychologists recommend that people make realistic and specific goals this year.

They also recommend practicing self-compassion and getting support so you can bounce back from any setbacks.

You should also keep track of your progress so you can see how far you’ve come.

“When we write down what we are working on, research indicates that this significantly helps us to keep on track,” said psychologist Susan Albers.

One way to make this easier is to track habits.

Psychologists say you can make a difficult habit easier by pairing it with an easy, normal habit.

They say it’ll help you transition into a healthier lifestyle.

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