The start of a new year is a time when many people pledge to make positive changes in their lives. This is the beginning of a new 365 page book and you can write it however you would like. The key to sticking with these new changes is to set achievable goals. Some involve personal growth and health, while others include the environment. Here are 17 habits you should form in 2017.

1. Drink more water

2. Use less plastic

Get a water filter, bring your own reusable shopping bags, etc.

3. Take the stairs

Let's face it, we could all use the extra exercise.

4. Give more to charities

5. Make more lists

I promise, it will make your life so much easier and you'll feel more accomplished.

6. Spend more time with family

You won't regret it.

7. Give more compliments

8. Read more books

9. Put the phone down

See number 6.

10. Take more pictures

11. Travel more

12. Less social media, more social interaction

13. Volunteer at least once a month14. Be thankful

17. Do more of what makes you happy