It’s a new year; time to wipe the slate clean and start fresh.  Each year we fight with the same old boring resolutions.  When planning your New Year’s Resolutions, don’t be passive about deciding them, really try to make them work!  Here are some tips to make your resolutions work for you.

Be Specific. Instead of saying I don't want to be lazy, try I want to exercise regularly, or I will cut down on my television watching.

Organize your goals. Break down large goals into smaller ones. For instance, commit to losing weight by resolving to get an exercise buddy and improving your eating habits.

Really think through a plan of action. You want to quit smoking but you smoke to relax yourself. What other forms of relaxation are available to you?

Be a little selfish!  Aim for things that are truly important to you, not what you think you ought to do or what others expect of you.

Tired of the same old resolution?  Try a few of these on for size, and they don’t require a gym membership!

I’ll spend less time at work, and spend more time with my family and friends.

I’ll reconnect with old friends.

I’ll try to buy and eat healthier foods and drink more water.

I won't let my temper get the better of me.

I'll volunteer.

I’ll be a better employee.

I’ll be more conscious of what I am spending.

I’ll try something totally new, i.e. rock climbing or a new food.

I’ll learn something new, i.e. a new language or an instrument.

 I’ll conquer my fear of heights/water/animals, etc.

I'll treat others the way I want to be treated.

I’ll be grateful for my life and actively acknowledge it.

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