The Expectation Vs. Reality Of New Years Resolutions
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The Expectation Vs. Reality Of New Years Resolutions

"There's always next year."

Avery Shead
Dec 29, 2015
LaGrange College
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It's right after Christmas and we're all feeling extra full on ham and pies and ready for change. Thank God New Years is right around the corner and time to change your life around! Here's what everyone plans to do and what actually happens...

1. "I'm going to go to the gym more."

Expectation: I'm going to go to the gym ATLEAST 3 times a week or go for a run!!! I got this... New year, new me! I can totally lose 10 pounds before that wedding next month.... and by Spring Break just call me Beyonce.

Reality: All of these thoughts will cross your mind: "I just got home from work, all I want to do is sleep", "I had a really hard week....I deserve that donut!", "Ehhhh, I'll go to the gym tomorrow.." , "It's cold outside and Netflix just sounds way more inviting lets be real here." "It's the thought that counts right?"

2. "I'm going to go out to eat less."

Expectation: This is easy right? All I have to do is go to the grocery store with my weekly meal plan that consists of kale, vegetables and a little fruit for dessert.

Reality: You're tired, you just got off work and you have the option to either hit up the fast food drive thru or go home and cook dinner.... (Tacos & Fries win every time) It's just easy and convenient! What's kale anyways?!

3.) "I'm going to get at least 8 hours of sleep."

Expectation: Easy, I will just go to bed earlier and cut out an episode of Grey's Anatomy on Netflix.

Reality: HA! Good one.... Life is crazy and on a good day, I'll get six hours of sleep between the work, roommates, crazy kids in my life and Netflix.

4. "I'm going to eat better."

Expectation: I'll go to the grocery store this week and strictly avoid every snack food, dessert and pizza!

Reality: THE CRAVING FOR SOME PIZZA IS SO REAL RIGHT NOW!!! We have to call Papa Johns... I'll just eat some of this salad with it...on the side.....with ranch. Close enough?

5. Spend less time on Facebook/ Twitter.

Reality: ...Well, this is awkward.

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