Why to Avoid New Years Resolutions

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Due to no Scroll last week (was battling a bad cold), today’s edition will be in a 2-in-1 all focused on prepping to kick 2022’s ass before it starts.

There’s lots packed in so throw the seatbelt on and enjoy the ride.

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Something to Read: 

Forget Resolutions, Conduct a ‘Past Year Review’: (5 minute read)

I find resolutions only valuable for office banter at the most.

“Next year I’m gonna get back in shape” was a yearly quote my mom used to utter that always seemed to fall through by March.

And this seems to be a trend across all demographics and age.

But on the flipside, taking 30-45 minutes to reflect on the last 12 months can be a more effective alternative. It’s easier to reflect in comparison to planning ahead.

Take some time to lay out the good, bad, and [maybe] ugly of your last year and allow yourself to excel further and faster into 2022.

FREE 2021 in Review Template | Joey Banks:

Starting a brand new PYR (past year review) could be difficult to star so don’t think you’re alone.

So for those who need some guidance, use this free template provided by Joey Banks.

Big shoutout to a friend and longtime Analect supporter, Mahamud for sending this over in such a timely fashion.

Something to Watch:

Secrets to Better Habits in 2022 | Ryan Holiday: (13 minutes)

Everything You Need To Know To Stop Being Lazy in 2022 | James Clear: (23 minutes)

A Song to Listen to:

SG Lewis, Bee Gees - More Than A Woman (Official Video)

Tom Misch - Smells Like Teen Spirit [Quarantine Sessions]

Listen to these tracks and 50+ others on La Fórmula, a playlist by Modern Analects

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Until next year,

Burak from Modern Analects