New Year’s Resolutions That Stick: The Psychology of Lasting Fitness Habits | Episode 30

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In this episode of Talk Your Abs Off, we dive into one of the most common struggles people face every January: how to set goals that actually last beyond the first few weeks of the new year. I’m joined by Paul Wagner, a licensed mental health counselor, who breaks down the psychology behind motivation, mindset, and why our best intentions sometimes fizzle out faster than we’d like.

We explore why motivation drops off after the new year rush, the power of intention-setting, and how to go beyond the typical SMART goals to create goals that feel aligned, attainable, and meaningful. You’ll hear simple mindset shifts that can keep you moving even when the “sparkle” of a new routine wears off, plus how to avoid the all-or-nothing thinking patterns that derail so many people.

We also talk about what it really means to have a strong support system, and how to ask for help in a way that feels good. Our conversation covers navigating unsupportive people, food pushers, and those who always seem to one-up your goals, so you can stay grounded in what you truly want.

For neurodivergent listeners, we touch on helpful tools and strategies that support consistency, structure, and motivation in a way that works with your brain, not against it. And to wrap things up, my guest shares the number one mindset shift he wishes more people made when approaching personal growth, goal setting, and long-term change.

If you’re setting resolutions, intentions, or new routines this year, this episode will help you do it with more clarity, confidence, and compassion.

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