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The ancient origins of New Year’s resolutions and how the tradition has changed
The answer, it turns out, traces back 3,000 to 4,000 years, to the ancient Babylonian festival of Akitu, celebrated in April, ...
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New Year’s resolutions aren’t a fad—they have endured for thousands of years
Photograph by Jon Lowenstein, NOOR/Redux By the 19th century, New Year’s resolutions had transcended their Christian origins. “Today, resolutions are largely secular, reflecting the broader ...
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The History of New Year’s Resolutions: A tradition of renewal
Their New Year, celebrated in mid-March during ... In medieval Europe, the Christian practice of making resolutions took the form of a solemn vow during the Feast of the Circumcision on January ...
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Why New Year's resolutions still matter in a distracted world
For many, the new year means new goals, routines or mindsets. This collective moment of change with resolutions, despite its short-lived reputation, still has importance in a distracted world.
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The history of making New Year’s resolutions goes back further than you think
New Year’s resolutions were a firm tradition by the ... Moss said. A 17th century Christian may have resolved to “avoid gluttony,” for example, whereas a 21st century individual may aim ...
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The ancient origins of New Year’s resolutions and how the tradition has changed
New Year’s resolutions were a firm tradition by the ... Moss said. A 17th century Christian may have resolved to “avoid gluttony,” for example, whereas a 21st century individual may aim ...