Few aspects of the human condition are as persistent as the “steady as she goes” behavior that keeps things as they are. If things are peachy and there is no need for change, then that’s of course fine. However, there typically are things that require change and the start of a new year often comes with lots of good intentions that invariably fail. So, rather than relying on willpower, we need to put systems in place that ensure that we do the right thing. Once the system is in place and you have gotten used to it, there is no need to “will” your way to doing the right thing. It just happens. So, rather than focusing on what you are going to change, focus on the system that you’re going to put in place to make sure that you do!