The Possibility and Value of Self-Improvement

Think & Drink is back! This is our first discussion in nearly four years. We plan to meet monthly at the venue that hosted us for so long: The Rosebud in Davis Square (under new ownership, new menu). Whether you were a regular before or have never been, I hope you can join us!

Ok, here's our first topic of the new year:
Every year, people make promises to improve some aspect of their life, most of which fall apart by Valentine's Day. Is change possible? Is there value in constantly endeavoring to change and/or improve? What are the obstacles? How DO people change? How, if it all, has your mindset towards change been altered in recent years?

Here is an insightful article on the topic, not required reading, but something to get the wheels turning: http://nymag.com/health/self-help/2013/schulz-self-searching/