New Year's Resolutions and Habit Formation

What is the main purpose of making New Year's Resolutions according to the video?

• To become a completely different person

• To have a fresh start and improve oneself

• To make a list of impossible tasks

• To impress others with your goals

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good resolution?

• Achievable with focused effort

• Specific and concrete

• Vague and general

• Personally important

Why is it important to choose a resolution that is personally important?

• Because it is a popular choice

• Because it is easier to achieve

• Because it ensures you will stick with it

• Because it impresses others

What is a suggested method for keeping track of your resolution progress?

• Writing a novel about your experiences

• Keeping a resolution calendar

• Telling no one about your goals

• Ignoring your progress

What is the 'Don't break the chain' method mentioned in the video?

• A method to avoid making resolutions

• A strategy to make resolutions more challenging

• A technique to track daily progress

• A way to break bad habits

What should you do if you break your resolution chain?

• Give up entirely

• Start a new resolution

• Punish yourself for failing

• Be kind to yourself and try again

According to the video, how long does it typically take to form a new habit?

• 66 days on average

• 21 days

• 100 days

• 7 days

What is the role of self-reflection in maintaining resolutions?

• To criticize yourself for failures

• To understand what makes some days easier or harder

• To compare yourself to others

• To avoid making any changes

What is the main message about perfectionism in the context of resolutions?

• Perfectionism guarantees you will keep your resolutions

• Perfectionism is overrated and not required

• Perfectionism should be avoided at all costs

• Perfectionism is necessary for success

What is a benefit of sharing your resolution with supportive friends and family?

• They can ignore your efforts

• They can help you stay accountable

• They can make fun of your goals

• They can criticize your progress