Making Lasting Change

When it comes to the challenge of changing behavior, is there something that people consistently get wrong?

March/April 2026
- American Scientist

Should You Try the 75 Hard Challenge? Experts Warn the Risks May Outweigh the Benefits

The 75 Hard challenge requires two 45-minute workouts every day for 75 days.

March 21, 2026
- CNN

The 5-Day Brain Health Challenge

A sharper, more resilient mind starts here.

January 7, 2026
- The New York Times

Here’s How to Make Resolutions Stick, According to a Behavior Change Scientist

Researcher Katy Milkman explains science-backed ways to commit to your goals, including a hack called “temptation bundling.”

December 31, 2025
- The Washington Post

Why Do So Many People Ring in the New Year on Jan. 1?

How to make your own fresh start.

December 29, 2025
- All Things Considered, NPR

How to Make New Year’s Resolutions That You’ll Actually Stick To

Don’t let your goals for the new year get swept away with the confetti. Experts share the best ways to craft—and follow—your New Year’s resolutions.

December 26, 2025
- GQ

Branding Leaders Discuss Why Companies Need Courage and Consistency

“When [consumers] have a story that they can associate with this company, they can see it has helped people and how it’s helped people, that is much more powerful as a way of keeping them happy.”

November 18, 2025
- TIME

You Can Still Start the ‘Great Lock In’ to Achieve Health Goals by the End of the Year

Who says you have to wait until the new year to make a resolution or change in habits?

November 2, 2025
- CNN

This Two-Step Plan Can Be ‘Incredibly Helpful’ for Your Savings, Behavioral Economist Says

The combination of setting a financial goal and setting regular reminders to make progress toward that goal is a powerful duo.

September 29, 2025
- CNBC

Smart Wellness Goals Are Backed by Science-Based Studies

CNN invites its readers to join a program designed to help them boost their Wellness IQ that was built by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania.

September 23, 2025
- CNN

To Encourage More Women to Apply for Leadership Positions Remind Them of the Gender Gap, Research Finds

Researchers at Wharton tested whether calling attention to persistent gender gaps could motivate women to apply for more top leadership positions.

April 21, 2025
- Fortune

This Japanese Ritual May Be the Secret to Reaching a Goal. Here’s Why You Should Try It.

It sounds too easy to actually work — but experts say it does.

February 14, 2025
- Huffpost

So You Reached Your Goal. Now What?

The comedown after an accomplishment is normal. Here’s how to harness it.

February 1, 2025
- The New York Times

To Build a Habit, Try a Streak

Here’s how getting on a roll can help you achieve your goals.

January 31, 2025
- The New York Times

Walking Just 5 Minutes a Day Makes a Difference

Taking a five-minute walk each day could provide health benefits and support future exercise goals.

January 10, 2025
- CNN

How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions

New year, new you. But before you start on your resolutions for 2025, think back on what you accomplished in 2024.

January 9, 2025
- Here & Now, NPR

How to Find a New Year’s Resolution You’ll Stick With

Surprisingly, keeping a resolution is not about self-control. The most important thing is to find something you actually like.

December 31, 2024
- The Washington Post

How to Make—And Keep—A New Year’s Resolution

If you’re planning to make a resolution or two this year, here are some tips on how to make it stick past January.

December 28, 2024
- WHYY News

How Long Does It Take to Create a New Habit?

U.S. News health-coach-writer Stacey Colino tackles the annual tradition of New Year’s resolutions, with insights from experts on how to set yourself up for success this year.

December 12, 2024
- U.S. News & World Report

When Is the Right Time to Start a New Habit—and Actually Keep It?

Forget New Year’s resolutions and other gimmicks. Experts say the best way to change your habits is to consider the so-called “inflection points” of your own life—and to act quickly.

November 14, 2024
- National Geographic

Trying to Quantify Everything Is Hurting Our Decisions

Researchers call it the “quantification fixation” and it can warp human judgment.

November 13, 2024
- Bloomberg

Hate Cleaning? These 6 Strategies Will Actually Get You Motivated

Use the principles behind the science of behavior change to train yourself to do household chores easily.

October 15, 2024
- The Washington Post

Why You Should Change Your Exercise Routine—and How to Do It

Science points to the best reasons to break up with a dissatisfying routine and how to switch to a new one.

September 30, 2024
- TIME

The Fed Made Its Move. Why Didn’t I?

In which our columnist investigates a financial pitfall called the ‘flypaper effect,’ only to find that he was trapped in it himself.

September 27, 2024
- The Wall Street Journal

Inspired by the Olympics? It’s Not Too Late to Ignite Your Own Fitness Journey

Athletes of every sport prove it’s never too late to uncover your fitness potential. Whether you have big Olympic dreams or just want to finish a 5K run, here are science-backed tips on how to kickstart (and keep) an exercise routine.

August 7, 2024
- NPR