“New year, new me” might trend every January—but for tweens, generic resolutions often lead to frustration rather than fulfillment. Between societal pressure to succeed and their own budding self-awareness, goal-setting can feel like one more chance to fall short.
But what if this year, your tween learned to set goals that felt authentic, sustainable, and truly motivating?
Tweens are still developing the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain responsible for planning, impulse control, and follow-through.
That means:
Start with “why,” not “what.”
Encourage them to explore what matters to them—not what they think should matter.
Break goals into tiny steps.
“Read more” becomes “Read 10 pages every Sunday.” Small wins build momentum.
Celebrate effort, not outcome.
Praise the consistency, not the result. Did they try? That’s what counts.
In our course “Goal-Setting: Gaining Tools for Success,” tweens learn how to set goals they can actually achieve — not resolutions that disappear by February. They discover how to:
This isn’t about perfection — it’s about giving tweens the tools, structure, and confidence to create success in their own lives.
With the New Year here, it’s the perfect time to start new habits, reset routines, and introduce Bloomster into your home. These free resources are a great first step, and when you’re ready to go deeper, you can sign up to unlock the full Bloomster learning experience for your tween.
Ready to put these ideas into practice? Explore our free eBook library with many different resources for you and your tween. It’s a great tool to help your child build a growth mindset and find value in the learning process.