{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Do Most New Year\u2019s Resolutions Fail?","description":" In this week\u2019s episode of Retire in Texas, Darryl Lyons, CEO and Co-Founder of PAX Financial Group, takes a deeper look at why so many goals fail - and makes the case that it\u2019s not a lack of motivation, discipline, or strategy that holds us back, but a misunderstanding of suffering. Using the backdrop of New Year\u2019s resolutions and goal-setting frameworks like SMART goals, Darryl explores why enthusiasm fades, why accountability alone often falls short, and why discomfort is an unavoidable, and necessary, part of meaningful growth. Drawing from personal stories, scripture, and real-world observations, this episode reframes suffering not as failure, but as a process that builds perseverance, character, and long-term hope. Key highlights of the episode include: Why most goals fail despite strong intentions, clear plans, and accountability systems. How discomfort, delay, and inconvenience - not catastrophe, are often the true forms of suffering we avoid. Why embracing struggle can create stronger habits, deeper character, and more durable results. The importance of perspective when facing setbacks, and how understanding others\u2019 struggles can reframe our own. How community, collaboration, and shared accountability make suffering lighter and progress more sustainable. Why focusing on long-term outcomes, not short-term pain, is critical to lasting personal and financial growth. If you\u2019ve ever wondered why change feels harder than it should, or why progress stalls even when you \u201cknow what to do,\u201d this episode offers a powerful mindset shift. Whether your goals involve health, finances, relationships, or personal growth, Darryl\u2019s message is a reminder that growth rarely happens without discomfort - and that endurance, built over time, is what ultimately leads to hope. For more insights and to connect with a PAX Financial Group advisor, visit www.PAXFinancialGroup.com. If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with someone who could use the encouragement. Resources:  www.thewealthadvisor.com\/article\/making-fortunes-and-letting-it-ride-13-new-year-investing-resolutions  www.youtube.com\/watch?v=TKVAGxoU2AM www.ngpf.org\/blog\/question-of-the-day\/question-of-the-day-what-percent-of-lottery-winners-eventually-go-bankrupt\/  ","author_name":"Retire In Texas","author_url":"https:\/\/paxfinancialgroup.com\/","html":"