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First Person

It’s That Time of the Year Again

getting back on track, one step at a time.
Establishing a year-end self- Even the smallest changes, like smoking
reflection ritual can profoundly fewer cigarettes in the first week, count as
enhance your personal growth and victories. And if you’re wondering where
mental well-being, writes to begin, why not pause for a moment at

Vickram Sethi. the end of January to reflect on how far
you’ve come?
It’s that time of year again—the season Take a step back and think about 2024
when we all aspire to be the best version so far. What were its defining moments?
of ourselves. We promise to quit smoking, How did you react? What did those
cut down on drinking, start exercising,
or be more attentive to our loved ones.
The list of resolutions often grows long,
leaving us overwhelmed and, more often
than not, setting us up for failure as the
days roll by.
But here’s the truth: progress doesn’t
need to be perfect. The key is consistency
and self-compassion. You’ll stumble—
everyone does—but the real magic lies in

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