Hey there,
We’re preparing for the coming of Our Lord and the joy of the Christmas season. But soon our attention will turn to the new year.
And we’ll enthusiastically start on our new year’s resolutions.
Save money … lose weight … exercise more … quit smoking. These are the most popular resolutions.
According to U.S. News, 80% of new year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February. But this year will be different!
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result.
Maybe this year we should take a different approach.
This week’s issue of Genuflect will help you get ready for a great new year. We look at the history of new year’s, why resolutions fail, how to take a Catholic approach, how to keep your resolutions, and we look at the Solemnity of Mary on January 1.
This is the last Genuflect of the year and I’m taking a break the next two weeks to enjoy some extra family time. So look for the next issue of Genuflect on Wednesday, January 10.
Blessings to you all. See you next year!
Keep Believing-
Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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The History of New Year’s
New Year’s has not always been celebrated with fireworks. And it was not always on January 1. Here are 6 facts about the history of New Year’s celebration.
6 Little-Known Facts About the History of New Year’s | Aleteia
Why Resolutions Fail
New Year’s resolutions come and go just about as quickly as our New Year’s celebrations. Have you ever wondered why they all fail so quickly? Joe Paprocki puts forth his theory … and the solution to keeping your New Year’s resolutions.
Why Resolutions Fail | Loyola Press
How to Make Your Resolutions Stick
If you struggle to keep your resolutions, try this idea from James Clear’s book Atomic Habits. Focus on these two things to create a new habit. Theresa Barber says it worked for her!
How to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Actually Stick | Aleteia
Make a Spiritual Resolution
Self improvement is always good, so go ahead and work on your diet and exercise. But Laura DeMaria suggests we also set a spiritual resolution … to deepen our relationship with God. Here are some ideas.
How to Make Spiritual New Year’s Resolutions | Catholic Stand
20 New Year’s Resolutions
If you’re tired of setting the same resolution to lose the same weight every year, why not try something new? Courtney Kiolbassa says you’re more likely to succeed if you invite God into your resolution. Here are 20 ideas to inspire you.
20 New Year’s Resolutions… That Aren’t Losing Weight | LifeTeen
A New New Year’s Technique
Robert Brennan says it’s okay to not make resolutions. Rather than setting yourself up to fail with another New Year’s resolution … or focusing on the things you can’t change in the past … a better way to spend your time is to reflect on all the blessings in your life. Here’s his short list, which may surprise you a little.
A New Year’s Technique | Angelus News
Pleasing God in The New Year
No fear, no matter what comes. Here are some points to consider if we focus, before all else, on pleasing God in the New Year, the Catholic way.
Greeting The New Year The Catholic Way | Aleteia
Resolving to be Positive
If you tend to focus on the negative, this one’s for you. Marilyn Kerber shares her resolution for giving thanks. And the positive effect it’s had on her life.
Spiritual Director Offers Best New Year’s Resolution Ever | The Catholic Telegraph
5 Things About January 1
January 1st is typically all about football and snacking. But it’s also the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God. It’s typically a Holy Day of Obligation, though it’s not this year since it falls on a Monday. Nevertheless, here are 5 things you should know about this holy day.
Five Things You Should Know About New Year’s Day And Mary, Mother of God | Marge Fenelon
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