Resolution Reality Check

Every January, we make promises that sound impressive… and feel exhausting almost immediately.

Run every morning.
Quit screens forever.
Become a different person overnight.

No wonder the energy fades by Day One.

Resolutions often fail not because we lack discipline, but because we turn them into punishments. When change feels harsh, the body resists. When it feels kind, it sticks.

Real growth is usually quieter:

A small habit you can keep.
A gentle boundary.
A promise that fits real life.

Zara’s reminder is simple but important:
intentions aren’t meant to hurt. They’re meant to help.

Start smaller. Start softer.
And let the year unfold from there.