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The Resolutions That Make Us — A Philosophical Guide to Your 2026 New Year
New Year’s resolutions aren’t just goals. They’re identity commitments.
In this episode of Philosophy for Better Humans, we explore how to create resolutions that don’t just change your calendar—they change who you are becoming.
We talk about:
- the myth of January 1st
- desire vs. resolve
- how identity (“I am someone who…”) anchors habit
- choosing fewer, deeper goals for 2026
- the “floor and ceiling” method for sustainable progress
- discipline as an act of love toward your future self
- building systems and environments that support change
- accountability, witnesses, and why you shouldn’t do this alone
- the art of returning after you ...
Keywords
personal developmentgoal settingmeaningResolution