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The Lawyer’s Well-Being Brief
Protocols and Systems vs. Resolutions: A Path to Better Well-Being
“Give every bit of yourself. Hold nothing back. Life cannot deny itself to the person who gives life his all.”-Vincent Peale
Welcome back or welcome to the Lawyer’s Well-being Brief. Each week, I share insights and practical tools to help us enhance our well-being and thrive in our personal and professional lives. This week, I am exploring systems, protocols, and resolutions.
Every January, millions of people set resolutions to improve their health, productivity, and overall well-being. While the intention is admirable, the data tells us that most resolutions fall by the wayside by February. The second Friday in January is often referred to as Quitter’s Day, when many people will abandon their set resolutions, according to Spectrum Health.
Why is this so common? Because resolutions are often vague, temporary, and reliant on motivation — a fleeting resource.
There’s a better way: adopting protocols and systems. Let’s dive into why these structured approaches trump resolutions for sustainable well-being.
The Problem with Resolutions
Resolutions typically sound something like this: