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New Year, Same Me?

92% of all New Year's resolutions fail

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New Year, Same Me?
Ali McGary

When the New Year finally rolls around, everyone starts making their New Year's resolutions. We always say the same thing over and over again "this year is going to be different". Let's face it, it's not. Within the first few weeks of the new year, our resolutions aren't even close to being accomplished. I'm guilty of it and you are too. Now what is going to make 2017 different? Making a lifestyle change, not just a resolution. Starting off small and working your way up. Holding yourself more accountable to the goals you set. Here are just a few resolutions we are guilty of breaking:

1. Eat healthy

2. Save money

3. Drink less

4. Study more

5. Find a job

6. Travel the world

7. Lose weight

8. Exercise more

9. Procrastinate less

10. Go to bed earlier

11. Get more sleep

12. Stop smoking

13. Help others

14. Read more

15. Watch less TV

16. Become organized

17. Spend more time with loved ones

18. Learn a new language

19. Spend less time on social media

20. Quit bad habits


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