What motivates people to make New Year’s resolutions?
New Year’s Day is widely considered the best time of the year to "hit the reset button." Many people resolve to lose weight, while others focus on spending more time with loved ones. But what is it about the start of a new year that sparks hope for change, and why do so many make resolutions? Dennis But timer, M.Ed., CEAP, RYT, a facilitator at the Thomas F. Chapman Family Cancer Wellness at Piedmont, offers his perspective. “I believe most people seek a second chance to improve their lives,” But timer explains. “The New Year provides a blank slate—an opportunity to make things right. When we set resolutions, we tap into a powerful concept called self-efficacy. This means that by setting and working toward a goal, we gain a sense of control over our lives. What makes it so diffic...