Ah a new year is upon us and for many that means setting intentions. For others, like myself, it can be overwhelming. I’m not sure what this says about me, but every time I was asked about my ‘New Year’s Resolution’ over the holidays or saw a social media post on the subject, I was increasingly turned off by the entire ritual. While resolutions can be tools of manifestation, they can also cause stress, especially in the digital age of curated sharing that we live in. What happens if I don’t succeed? What if I’m judged for failing? What if I realize this doesn’t bring me joy?  

Well, I (someone with absolutely no credentials or authority on the matter) am here to offer support and a safe space that will hopefully alleviate some of the pressures surrounding ‘New Year’s Resolutions.’ So in the spirit of transparency, I asked our RHC team members to tell me their resolutions: Instagram vs. Reality. 

Rachel H., Founder

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to work out every day.

Reality: In 2026, I’m working out daily. (And yes, the airport Uber scavenger hunt counts. Don’t argue with my fitness journey).  

Brett D. G., Senior Director, Travel 

Instagram: In 2026, I’m not going to drink alcohol during the week.

Reality: In 2026, I’m not going to drink alcohol during the week (without friends and to be clear, my dog is my friend).

Katie K., Account Manager, Culinary/Travel

Instagram: In 2026, I’m hoping to read more books. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m hoping to read more books (that aren’t just cheesy romance novels).

Courtney Y, Director, Media Relations

Instagram: In 2026, I’m cooking all my meals at home. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m cooking all my meals at home (unless Doordash has free delivery). 

Megan E., Account Director, Spirits 

Instagram: In 2026, I’m not letting myself order any final sale items. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m not going to order any final sale items (unless it’s an outfit for a trip I don’t have planned and/or a gift for my future daughter). 

Lauren H., Managing Director, Travel

Instagram: In 2026, I’m cutting back on reality TV. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m cutting back on reality TV (unless it’s filmed in Salt Lake City, involves a rose, happens in a summer share house, or features Tom Colicchio).

Cheyenne S., Account Manager, Travel

Instagram: In 2026, I’m hoping to sit on the couch less. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m hoping to sit on the couch less (unless it is watching The OC with my roommate).

Jill L. D., Senior Director, Spirits

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to work out more. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to work out more (doing 20-minute Peloton pop rides with Cody Rigsby and call it a balanced fitness plan). 

Sara M., Account Manager, Spirits

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to say yes to more plans. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to say yes to more plans (unless they disrupt my sacred 8pm skincare and bedtime routine). 

Valerie S., Account Supervisor, Spirits/Bars

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to walk 10k steps every day. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to walk 10k steps every day (unless it’s cold, snowing, or raining).

Connor H., Account Director, Digital

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to go to coffee shops less. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to go to coffee shops less (and instead consume a whole pot a day at home). 

Chloe G., Senior Publicist, Travel

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to get my driver’s license. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to get my driver’s license (for real this time, not like the past five years I’ve put this on my resolutions). 

Mikayla V. Vice President

Instagram: In 2026, I’m resisting impulse purchases. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m resisting impulse purchases (unless flights, skincare, or a little treat for any minor inconvenience). 

Maggie M., Account Manager, Digital

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to spend less money on lunch and coffee. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to spend less money on lunch and coffee (unless someone in the office asks me to go with them).

Ellen C., Account Director

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to cut down on sugar. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to cut down on sugar (on the weekdays. And mornings. And only if someone else doesn’t buy office snacks!). 

Julia L., Account Director

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to prioritize rest and routine on weeknights. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to prioritize rest and routine on weeknights (unless it’s drinks, dinner, a pop-up, a friend’s birthday, or something I’ll regret missing). 

Norah N., Junior Publicist

Instagram: In 2026, I’m going to get more sleep. 

Reality: In 2026, I’m going to get 8 hours of sleep each night (unless The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 4 premieres). 

Remember friends, if there is one resolution where Instagram should mirror Reality, it is this: be kind to yourself and be kind to others. 

Cheers to 2026! May all your dreams, manifestations, and Etsy witch spells come true.