Many cultures celebrate the changing of the new year. From the bright, colorful, celebrations in China, to consuming grapes that represent your wishes for the new year in Spain, each culture has unique traditions to celebrate its upcoming year.
What may seem to some like a simple change on the calendar, is a monumental moment for others; the new year bringing forth fresh beginnings and opportunities.
New Year’s resolutions are a common tradition in America that consists of developing a goal for what one wishes to achieve in the coming year. Whether it be to spend more time outside or develop healthier eating habits, New Year’s resolutions can vary drastically from person to person.
At Meridian, students have returned to their studies with the turn of the new year, many of them with new resolutions. These resolutions come with a hope for self-improvement.
“For this year I’ve decided to give myself an hour outside so that I’m spending more time with nature,” stated Sophomore, Madelyn Perez. She expressed that this goal was to benefit her mental health and bring a sense of relaxation into the new year.
This is not an uncommon sentiment, other students expressed a similar desire to spend more time outside or in the gym as it allows them to feel positive about themselves and the world around them.
At Meridian, there was an abundance of students who made New Year’s resolutions, many believing that setting goals and working hard to achieve them is one of the best things you can do for yourself.
“If anyone sets a goal for themselves regardless of what it is, it’s setting standards to bring the better part of you out,” Stated Zaedyn Cruz.
New Year’s is an opportunity to bring forth change and encourage good habits and routines for yourself, and the only thing getting in the way is your determination.