Tis the season for reinventing ourselves, making list of ins and outs and creating the R word- New Year Resolutions - but ever wondered how New Year Resolutions all started? Listen to this episode to uncover how annual promises became an essential part of our lives- think ancient times and middle east.
Fun fact: While 45 percent of Americans dive into New Year's resolutions, only a cool 9 percent see them through. Yes! That is a horrible success rate.
Tune into this episode to learn:
So, before write down anymore resolutions and create anymore vision boards, press play and let's time-travel together to the bottom of this whole resolution thang.
Ready for a journey through time? Listen to the episode to find out! đ§â¨
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Research and scripted by host Latoya Coleman (@ToyaFromHarlem).
Edited and Mixed by Chris Mann
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