The Anti-Resolution: Why We’re Ditching the “New Year, New Me” Checklist
This blog proposes the “Anti-Resolution” approach, a gentler alternative to the toxic “New Year, New Me” pressure that often harms those in recovery or navigating mental health challenges. Instead of setting rigid, binary goals that invite shame and failure, the post advocates for choosing broad “intentions” or themes that act as a compassionate compass rather than a strict map. It introduces the concept of the “Un-Resolution”—improving life by subtracting stressors and bad habits rather than adding overwhelming new tasks—and emphasizes applying the “One Day at a Time” principle to avoid the anxiety of year-long commitments. Ultimately, the piece encourages readers to prioritize protecting their peace over “fixing” themselves, reminding them that the version of themselves that survived the last year is already worthy.
