Thomson Reuters and NPR recently conducted a poll that asked a group of Americans about their New Year’s resolutions. Not surprisingly, many of the responses were focused on losing weight and quitting smoking. And there’s never been a better time for us to tackle these issues.
Raymond Fabius, M.D., and chief medical officer at Thomson Reuters feels that if we can keep these resolutions or goals, then we’re taking meaningful steps in solving America’s healthcare crisis.
In the February 2012 Yoga Journal, Chip Wilson, founder of Lululemon Athletica, suggests the following tips for reaching your goals:
- Imagine yourself ten years from now. What do you look like? How do you feel? Work backwards from that picture to determine the steps you need to take to turn your vision into reality.
- Set a “by when” date. If your goal is to lose ten pounds, pick a date by which you plan to accomplish that goal.
- Read your goals out loud to create excitement! If you’re excited you are more likely to accomplish your resolution successfully.
- Have a support system. Share your goals with your friends so they can support you.
- Write your goals down and keep them where you can see them often.
Your corporate wellness professionals are equipped to help your employees realize their resolutions and work toward attaining them. Through comprehensive wellness programs, registered dieticians, and recreation planning, these goals are within reach. With a proper wellness program, not only will you be contributing to lowering our healthcare crisis, you will be lowering your bottom line by supporting your employees’ healthy goals. How’s that for a resolution worth keeping?
