Join us for a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn how to set goals and progress towards them this New Year and beyond.

Why do 64% of people abandon their New Year’s resolutions in the first month? In this lecture, author Dr. Catherine Sanderson, a leading expert in positive psychology, will examine tools we can use to set and work towards goals. This lecture is for you if you would like to get instruction on SMART goals (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-bound goals) and learn why SMART goal-setting pays off, how setting goals rewires the brain and, most importantly, how to actually stick with your New Year’s resolutions.

A viewing of the online lecture will be held in the Event Center at Abbot Public Library, followed by a discussion session.

Registration is required and limited to 35. Please register below. Can't attend in person? Please register for the program or join the Wait List. Everyone who is registered will be sent the recording.

This lecture is part of our new "Age Well" series, designed to provide valuable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools for navigating the aging journey with confidence. These programs explore key topics related to aging, from health and wellness to planning for the future, offering meaningful perspectives and resources for older adults and caregivers alike.

Dr. Catherine Sanderson is the Poler Family Professor of Psychology at Amherst College, with degrees from Stanford University and Princeton University. She has published over 25 journal articles and book chapters, five college textbooks, and two trade books ("The Positive Shift: Mastering Mindset to Improve Happiness, Health, and Longevity" and "Why We Act: Turning Bystanders Into Moral Rebels"). Dr. Sanderson speaks regularly and is passionate about sharing practical science-based strategies people can use to improve their daily lives.

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