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The New Year's resolution or 'action phase' is when you're highly motivated for change. Use it to set things in motion and automate as much as you can.
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People cycle through periods of motivation, especially in the New Year. It’s best to harness these bursts of 'can-do energy' whenever they appear.
If you don't have a plan when the New Year's glow has worn off in a few months, you will stop doing whatever you promised to do.
To force yourself to stick to a budget:
It is common to have a setback. Once the initial streak of success has worn off, you may lose momentum and fail to press on.
Do not take an all-or-nothing approach. Do not stop altogether. Instead, be flexible and learn from your mistakes.
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