New Year's resolutions are so last year - Brits now making midyear 'pledges'
A survey of 2,000 Brits found that just 16% stuck to their New Year promises, with almost six in 10 (59%) now planning a mid-year reset instead
Brits are ditching the traditional New Year resolutions and are instead opting for a summer shake-up, with a new study revealing that a whopping 59% of people are looking to reset their habits this June.
The research uncovered that a mere 16% managed to keep up with their January commitments, prompting many to give it another go as we reach the midpoint of 2025. Leading the charge in the mid-year resolution stakes is the determination to quit smoking, with 39% aiming to stub out the habit, closely followed by 37% who want to stop vaping.
Other popular ambitions include shaping up (30%), eating more healthily (25%), and cutting down on excessive drinking (19%). Aspirations such as feeling more fit (26%), revamping one's style (19%), picking up a new language (14%), and refreshing the summer wardrobe (14%) also scored highly among those surveyed.
Also making the list were intentions to cut back on social media time (13%) and hitting the target of 10,000 steps daily (13%). When quizzed on why resolutions made at this time of year might be more successful, 45% felt that the extended daylight hours played a significant role.
Additionally, half of the respondents believed that the warmer weather was a contributing factor to sticking with their goals. Nicola Sunshine from Nicorette, which sponsored the study, commented: "The upcoming ban on disposable vapes, coupled with the natural reflection point of the mid-year mark, creates a powerful catalyst for change.", reports the Daily Star.
"We found that over half of vapers are already considering quitting and we're here to provide the resources needed to help people tackle their cravings and enjoy freedom from smoking and vaping."
Top 20 reset goals.
Quit smoking – 39%
Quit vaping – 37%
Get into better shape – 30%
Feel fitter – 26%
Eat clean – 25%
Quit binge drinking – 19%
Get a new look/style – 19%
Feel better in clothes – 17%
Learn a language – 14%
Buy a new summer wardrobe – 14%
Spend less time on social media – 13%
Walk 10,000 steps a day – 13%
Quit drinking entirely – 12%
Get a tattoo – 12%
Become a yoga pro – 12%
Find a new job – 11%
Learn to meditate – 11%
Cook more from scratch – 10%
Cut out carbs – 10%
Give up takeaways – 9%
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