The new year is right at our fingertips and what better way to ensure a fantastic 2017 than to follow some age old traditions? This week I decided to share some of the crazy traditions that are practiced by my family every January 1st. If you're in need of any of these things, then why not try one of these practices this year? Who knows? Some of them might just work...

1. Money

A few extra bills are never a bad idea. If you're looking to make extra cash this new year, try gathering up all the loose change in your house and put it in a bowl of rice. Leave the money in the bowl for the rest of they year, and cash is sure to flow your way.

2. Travel

If you're hoping to travel more this year, then gather up all the suitcases and leave them by the door. The moment that clock strikes twelve, take as many as you can and run out the door! Although it sounds strange, this tradition is sure to help you in your journey to somewhere new.

3. Wellness

Part of the new year is cleansing yourself of all the bad vibes from the last year. If you want to start off the new year with a clean slate, all you have to do is follow this simple practice. When the clock strikes midnight, take a broom and literally "sweep" all the bad memories from the year previous out the door.

These are just some of the classic, albeit a little strange, traditions that are followed by my family and many others. Although these practices may not grant you 100 percent accuracy, they are a fun, purifying way to start the new year!

Happy New Year!