Stop Starting Over: How to Build Habits That Actually Last
Stop Starting Over: How to Build Habits That Actually Last  
Podcast: The Midlife Chrysalis
Published On: Wed Dec 31 2025
Description: Why most New Year’s resolutions fail before February? In this episode of Wisdom Wednesday, we take an honest look at why good intentions fade quickly and share a simple, practical framework for building habits that last. Drawing from real-life experience, we break down how to turn good intentions into daily actions, without relying on motivation alone.In this episode, you’ll learn:- Why most resolutions fail- How habit stacking makes change automatic- The “Four Ps” that make goals stick- Why public accountability matters- How to build habits that last beyond JanuaryIf you’re done repeating the same resolutions every year, this episode will help you do it differently.👉 Watch now and start the year with habits that actually stick.Timestamps:00:44 Morning people and Baja midnight01:39 Why New Year’s resolutions fail02:07 Common resolutions and lack of a plan03:30 Habit stacking explained05:10 Turning resolutions into daily practice06:10 The four Ps framework07:45 Pairing and social accountability08:39 Passion versus accountability09:50 Why fewer goals work better11:03 Learning from past resolutions11:50 Personal resolutions and alcohol13:10 Family time as a long-term priority14:14 Final reflections for 202515:02 Age, milestones, and perspective Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/#NewYearsResolutions #HabitBuilding #HabitsThatStick #PersonalGrowth #MidlifeWisdom #BehaviorChange #GoalSetting #Accountability #HabitStacking #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement #Longevity #Wellbeing #LifeDesign #WisdomWednesday