There is a very big difference between the popular new year's resolution and Jewish shuvah. It has absolutely nothing to do with new year's. In simple terms, it is G-d's plan to assist his Creation. During the next four weeks we do our prep work. Freedom is not a loose cannon.
Freedom is a way of life.
The ways of freedom must first be learned. Freedom requires a charging system and a way of maintaining that system. Our way is commanded by G-d in the Torah. The Seven Noaic Commands is the way for the rest of the world. Freedom requires a system of values that establishes and maintains its beautiful environment.