by John Macdonald | Jan 10, 2026 | The250
So you’re off to a great start, right? There are a million ways to create resolutions that you can realize. Here are some guidelines that can help you: Environment vs Willpower Habits vs Outcomes Taking on (Tiny) New Thing Still Be You Make the resolutions. Keep them.... by John Macdonald | Jan 9, 2026 | The250
The point of resolutions is to become a better you through activities, experiences, and habits. But you’re still you. And who you are is exactly what this world needs. Sure, you want to evolve, but you don’t want (and can’t) become someone else. We need... by John Macdonald | Jan 8, 2026 | The250
Many times we make resolutions based around elimination or stopping a bad habit. “I will stop drinking,” or, “I will eliminate sugar,” or “I’ll quit doomscrolling.” There’s nothing wrong with those on the surface. But if we haven’t setup our environment... by John Macdonald | Jan 7, 2026 | The250
Of course, you’re looking for outcomes. Why else would you make resolutions? But outcomes as resolutions are a trap. They’re quicksand. Outcomes live in the future and depend on variables that you can’t control. Injuries. The market. Your kids. Your boss. Luck.... by John Macdonald | Jan 6, 2026 | The250
Your willpower won’t be enough. Even if you’re a Navy SEAL, a Tibetan monk, or a Catholic nun. They know that it’s not willpower that keeps them disciplined. It’s their environment. So set yourself up for success by creating the right environment.... by John Macdonald | Jan 5, 2026 | The250
Ah, New Year’s resolutions. It’s that time of the year (again) when we want to make changes. We want to become the person we know we can become in 2026. Or at least, want to become. So we make the resolutions. “Starting next week, I will/will not _____.”...