Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions
All of us have had a
New Year’s resolution,
but how many of us
have stayed true to
them? We’ve compiled a list
of some of the most common
resolutions, why they don’t
always work out and what you can
do to change that!
1. Lose weight: This is certainly
the most common resolution
for many of us. We all have high
hopes to start a new workout
regime or start eating healthy
but life doesn’t always let that
happen. This needs to be a
lifestyle change for long
term results. Giving
yourself a real goal
and measure
those results daily/
weekly will ensure you
stay on course.
2. Quit smoking: Many
options are on the market
to assist you in quitting
smoking. However, you really have to want to quit for this to work.
Make yourself accountable by telling as many friends and family
that you are quitting. They are sure to help you stay on track and be
your cheerleaders to accomplish this difficult resolution.
3. Get out of debt: What a wonderful feeling it would be to
be debt free! For most of us, that may seem out of reach but it is
certainly attainable. The key here is to know what you owe. Once
you have the overall picture in front of you, then a plan can be put
into place. Also, try to spend cash whenever possible…it’s too easy
to slide the credit card or debit card and hope for the best!
4. Travel: Once you have accomplished #3, traveling is a real
possibility. If you have the means, travel to exotic places to get out
of your comfort zone and trigger self-discovery. If money is tight,
take a road trip that can be equally as exciting and memorable.
5. Volunteer: Time is usually the culprit as to why this resolution
doesn’t make it very far. Determine first if you can truly dedicate
yourself to a local cause. Volunteering can improve your mood and
you can make new friends in the process. Truly rewarding!
6. Drink less: An easy way to make this resolution feasible is to
avoid social situations when possible. Still enjoy the occasional drink
with friends, but limit yourself by keeping your time associated with
other obligations.
7. Get organized: It is easy to be overwhelmed when you do a
quick scan of your household and want to give up before you start.
You can certainly accomplish this resolution by making a list of what
it is you want to organize and take it step-by-step. Crossing that last
item off your list will be the best reward!
8. Learn a new hobby: Time can be a factor for this resolution
as well. Just remember, a hobby is something you do in your “free”
time. Find a group of people that share this same hobby and find
how you can incorporate this in your life.
9. Make time with family: This is a resolution that we should all
be able to keep every year! Make smart choices with your time. Allot
an hour or two after dinner each night to spend with your family
and then tackle the dishes/laundry/etc. We will not get this time
back so make the most of it now!
10. Stop worrying: Wouldn’t more sleep be great? We all worry
and that’s fine. However, determine right away if there is anything
that YOU can do to fix the problem. If you can’t, don’t worry about
it…spend your time staying positive and you will feel better
mentally and physically.
vBy Beth Rye
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