The new year is nearly here and you’re considering making a New Year’s resolution? Once the ball has dropped, toasts & kisses have been given and the confetti is finished falling, your resolution starts! The only problem is you’ve made some before…and that didn’t go so well. Not accomplishing your goal can really make you feel crumby. Realistic New Year’s resolutions for moms help to obliterate the unnecessary stress surrounding New Year’s resolutions. It’s the only way to do it! We all know that being a mom is super hard. So why not go into the new year with realistic resolutions? Try setting reachable goals. Failure wreaks havoc on our self-confidence. Make a New Year’s resolution that will help you have a more positive year. Choose a realistic New Year’s resolution this year.
Realistic New Year’s Resolutions for Moms
Here’s a list of 22 realistic New Year’s Resolutions for moms…and maybe even a couple that dads may like too! If you don’t find the exact resolution you are looking for, don’t hesitate to use these as inspiration to create your own personalized resolution!
1. I Will Eat More Vegetables
If you aren’t a big vegetable eater and want or need to get more healthy, this is a great New Year’s resolution. There are so many vegetables to try, that this can be a fun way to eat healthier in 2022. Enjoy your green beans, broccoli & carrots!
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2. I Will Drink Less Wine
Red wine contains resveratrol and can help protect the body from cancers and improve mental health. However, this only happens by drinking a small amount. According to Mayo Clinic, one five-ounce glass a day is adequate for women of all ages. Consistently overindulging in wine or any alcoholic beverage can lead to irritability, anxiety, stroke, obesity, and many other diseases.
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3. I Will Plan & Go on a Family Vacation
We say it year after year, “I’m going on vacation!” And yet, each year passes with nothing planned and no family vacation. Don’t let this year pass you by! Family vacations are a great way to bond with your family, relax and get away from the stress of everyday life for a few years. Plan a fun trip for your family. Get out of your town, state, or even country. Don’t forget to enjoy!
4. I Will Have More Quality Time With My Child(ren)
As moms, we usually spend plenty of time with our children, but QUALITY time is so important. As busy moms, it’s easy to multitask to try and balance life. Try putting down the phone and turning off the television. Some great ideas are taking your child to the park, going for a walk, reading to them, or doing arts & crafts together. This is one of the most important New Year’s resolutions for moms.
5. I Will Read More
Fitting in time for books with little children is hard. Book lovers, who haven’t had the time…try to fit in one book a month. Switch it up when you can…be it a biography or a steamy historical romance. If you’re not into books, maybe you want to read newspapers or magazines.
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6. I Will Start a Journal
Journaling helps put our emotions on paper. It can help reduce stress as well as record memories for the future. If you don’t journal, give it a try! According to Kaiser Permanente journaling can also help gain self-confidence, improve communication skills and strengthen memory.
7. I Will Be More Eco-Friendly
Do you want to be more environmentally friendly? You can take baby steps to help improve the environment. Try recycling more. Use washable towels more than paper towels. Use a reusable water bottle and forego the plastic. Upcycle or donate your used goods rather than letting them hit the trash. Another easy way to be more eco-friendly is to take reusable grocery bags to the store instead of using plastic bags. For additional easy ways to be environment-friendly click here.
8. I Will Complete A Home Project
Another great realistic New Year’s resolution for moms is completing a home project. That room that you’ve been wanting to paint for the last few months… or that carpet that needs replacing? It’s time! A year is a long time, so perhaps you want to tackle bigger projects like renovating a room or creating a beautiful landscape.
9. I Will Have More Romance With My Husband
Relationships need to be nurtured, this includes your marriage. Sometimes in the busy life of a mom, marriage can suffer. There’s barely enough time for work & children! Over time this can do a lot of damage to your marriage. So let 2023 be the year for planning a monthly date, going on a nice getaway, or just spending some quality time with one another.
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10. I Will Pamper Myself a Little More
Again, motherhood is a 24/7 career choice (lol). That with other everyday responsibilities can be taxing. It’s okay to take a break from time to time to do something you enjoy doing or take time to just relax. Don’t neglect yourself this year moms.
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Additional Realistic New Year’s Resolutions for Moms
11. I won’t worry and stress over small things. – This is easier said than done but so necessary.
12. I will be a better listener.
13. I will be more patient.
14. I will exercise 2 days/a week.
15. I will try something new every week!
16. I will go to church more!
17. I will save money this year!
18. I will shop less this year.
19. I will train my dog this year.
20. I will join a club this year & be an active member.
21. I will check in more with family & friends this year.
22. I will eat out less and cook at home more this year.
Pick one or two of the above resolutions that will help you improve just a little this year.
Which resolutions are you trying this year?
If you can’t commit to a New Year’s resolution, try making a mini-bucket just for 2023. List out 10 small but important things you want to accomplish. Ex: Plant spring flowers, Go skating, Day trip to the zoo, etc.
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I hope you enjoyed this list of 22 Realistic New Year’s Resolutions for Moms. Thanks for visiting!
Danielle
December 29, 2021 at 2:10 pmLove these realistic goal ideas!
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:12 amThanks. 🙂
Life Between the Dishes
December 30, 2021 at 12:45 pmThis is a great list! I could make almost all of them my resolution for this year. I think I’m going with the word of the year, ACT. Instead of making a lot of plans and saying what I want to do, I’m just going to do it. Get ready 2022!! Happy New Year!
Always lovin' Mama
February 16, 2022 at 12:30 amHappy New Year!
Shar
December 30, 2021 at 12:52 pmI agree that your suggestions make important New Year resolutions for moms. I’d even say, adding to #10 pampering, ensuring daily self-care and me-time.
Tiffiney McDaniel
December 30, 2021 at 1:46 pmThis is an awesome and doable list! I’m looking forward to implementing many of them in 2022. Thanks for sharing!
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 9:11 pmYou’re welcome!
Walk Along With Us
December 30, 2021 at 2:13 pmI could copy and paste this exact list for me, it sums up everything I have been thinking about for 2022. Thanks for sharing!
Anna
December 30, 2021 at 3:51 pmGreat resolutions! Thank you for giving these ideas, it’s really important to keep your shot term goals realistic 🙂
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:07 amThanks for visiting. 🙂
Jimmy Clare
December 30, 2021 at 4:53 pmI need to show this to my mom
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:06 amThanks for sharing!
Meghan
December 30, 2021 at 6:02 pmThese are fantastic New Year’s resolution ideas! Some resolutions I want to conquer for this coming year is eating healthier, cooking more vs eating out and being more eco friendly! Thanks so much for sharing, this was a great read!
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:06 amYou’re welcome. Good luck with your resolutions!
Hanna Long
December 30, 2021 at 7:01 pmI am def going to pamper myself! Thanks for the ideas
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:05 amYou’re welcome. Everyone can use some pampering!
Evie
December 31, 2021 at 9:47 amLove the mini bucket list in place of New Years resolutions or in addition to them. The resolutions you list are most definitely realistic and possible.
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:04 amThanks! 🙂
Leeann
December 31, 2021 at 3:16 pmLove this list! I definetly have to make an effort to eat more vegtables. Seems like were always planning home projects so that’s on my every year list already. I also like #22 I will eat out less and cook at home more this year. Thanks
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:03 amThanks. I’m glad the post was helpful. Good luck with your goals this year.
Megan
December 31, 2021 at 3:20 pmI love all these ideas. I always WANT to do all these, but lose focus quickly. I’ll have to pick a few and write them down as a constant reminder!
Always lovin' Mama
January 3, 2022 at 11:02 amThanks, I hope you reach all of your goals!
Maureen
January 3, 2022 at 1:57 pmGreat list! I also want to read more for sure. And since traveling has taken a back seat this past two years, I’d love to really get out this year and do that. I just hope this entire situation with the virus stops so that we can all enjoy exploring and getting out and about again! Happy New Year and happy Monday!
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Always lovin' Mama
January 7, 2022 at 12:21 amThanks. Happy New year. 🙂
MyWorldTheirWay
January 3, 2022 at 5:50 pmBeing more eco-conscious and to read more are my new year resolution. Let’s see how much I achieve this year 🙂 . Best of luck with your new year resolutions.