do new years resolutions work?

In this monologue podcast episode, Emma Chamberlain reflects on her past New Year's resolutions from 2023 to 2025, analyzing which ones she achieved and why some failed. She discusses her evolving perspective on resolutions, from youthful rebellion to a more accepting approach, viewing them as harmless intentions or seeds planted for the future. Emma shares specific resolutions, such as finding hobbies, managing social media use, improving body image, and being more thoughtful with money, detailing her progress and struggles with each. She also touches on her anxieties and the challenges of balancing personal goals with her career. Throughout the episode, Emma emphasizes the importance of setting realistic and specific goals with clear intentions and plans, and also acknowledges the need to carve out time and energy for personal growth activities like reading and learning. She concludes by announcing a change in the podcast schedule, reducing it to one episode per week to allow her more time for other creative endeavors.