Get a jump start on your New Year’s resolutions 

As 2026 approaches, now is the perfect time to begin crafting those New Year’s resolutions. Explore programs and resources available to help you enter the new year with confidence, clarity and a renewed sense of purpose.

Prioritize your health

Improving your physical and mental well-being remains one of the most common goals each year. UF provides a variety of programs and resources to help you build healthier habits.

• Faculty & staff fitness classes: Live and on-demand fitness classes, free for UF faculty and staff.
• Employee Wellness Series: Upcoming and on-demand webinars hosted by UF departments and campus partners, covering a variety of topics related to nutrition and general well-being.
• GatorPerks: Discounts on health coaching services and a variety of gyms, including Anytime Fitness, Orangetheory, Pure Barre and more.
• Resilience and emotional well-being toolkit: Strategies for managing stress, regulating emotions and maintaining personal well-being.
• GatorCare Nutrition: Meal-planning tips, recipes and guidance for building sustainable eating habits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): On-campus and telehealth counseling to strengthen coping strategies, self-care practices and emotional resilience.
• UF Area Health Education Centers (AHEC): Free in-person and virtual tobacco cessation classes, in partnership with Tobacco Free Florida.

Strengthen your financial well-being

Building healthy financial habits can create long-term stability and open the door to future opportunities. UF offers tools to help you budget, plan and stay informed.

• Financial Literacy Workshop Series: Live and on-demand webinars on budgeting, retirement planning, debt management and more.
• GatorCare Money 101: A financial quiz with personalized resources based on your results.
• Worklife at UF | Get prepared: Guides on financial planning, emergency readiness and long-term security.

Advance your career

The new year is an ideal time to set career goals and pursue professional growth. UF offers extensive training, development programs and workplace resources to help you continue moving forward.

• Career Development Hub: Resources developed to foster continuous learning, personal growth and professional advancement for UF employees.
• UFHR training programs: Workshops, courses and certificate programs to strengthen leadership and core professional skills.
• UFIT training programs: Hands-on workshops, online courses, personalized training and consultation services to enhance technical skills and knowledge.

Develop new skills and hobbies

Learning something new—whether that’s a practical skill, a creative craft or a personal interest—can restore balance and add joy to your daily routine.

• Worklife at UF | Get inspired: Career and personal development resources, plus tips for hobbyists interested in arts and crafts, gardening, journaling, outdoor recreation and more.
• GatorPerks: Discounts on classes throughout Gainesville, including Pinspiration, Studio T/M Ceramics, West End Martial Arts and more.

Connect more with loved ones

Quality time and stronger relationships contribute to emotional well-being and a sense of belonging. UF offers resources to help you nurture these meaningful connections.

• EAP Building Lasting Relationships: On-demand, modular program providing unique insights into the problems couples face and how they can overcome them to create a happier and more satisfying relationship.
• UF/IFAS Smart Couples: Relationship-building courses, workshops and toolkits.
• Parental Toolkit: Resources to support UF families at every stage.

Need help with your New Year’s resolutions? Watch the recording of Resolution reset: How to set and keep your 2026 goals to learn how to avoid common resolution pitfalls, transform your intentions into SMART goals and stay motivated along the way.