Raiders Reflect on their New Year’s Resolutions

"My resolution for 2023 is to finish more than 10 books this year. I read books during whatever free time I have. I plan to have a list of books I’m interested in or looking forward to reading as a motivator to keep reading. I also plan to track my progress monthly to make sure I can keep my progress organized and hold myself accountable for the books I read. I think people don’t follow resolutio...

“My New Year’s Resolution is to keep up with my grades. I expect to keep up with my resolution by working hard and meeting deadlines. My mom and dad are going to keep me in check, along with the support of my brother who will encourage me to work harder. One of my goals to help me stick to my deadlines is writing down everything I’m doing in my agenda and checking off all my assignments as I...

"My New Year’s Resolution this year is to go to the gym more. I used to go to the gym really often, and then I got caught up with a lot of schoolwork so I stopped going as much. A lot of my friends go to the same gym as me, so I’ll just make plans to go with them so I can remember to go. This way my friends can also hold me accountable for how often I go. I think some people don’t stay true to...

"My new year’s resolution is to try new food. I expect to keep up with my resolution because I’m super picky and I need to eat new food so I can gradually become accustomed to food out of my comfort zone. I also asked my friends to hold me accountable to try one new food when we’re out together so I can enjoy my resolution with others. I feel that it’s common for people to dismiss their resolution...

"My New Year’s resolution is to try to find more book genres to read and explore. I expect to keep up with my resolution by getting recommendations on certain series and try out more than one genre that is new to me. I will remain open minded to read something I’m not used to. I have a friend who always lends me books who will help keep me in check. I think it’s common to let go of resolutions...

"My New Year’s resolution is to try more food. I plan on going to new restaurants and eating different types of food to achieve my goal. I haven’t exposed myself to many different types of food and I would like to expand my knowledge of other cultures as well. My friends and family are helping to keep me going and trying more things. For example, I will eat new food at my friends’ houses. My...