Are you one of those people who love New Year’s resolutions . . . for about a week? Studies show that almost half of all Americans make annual New Year’s resolutions. Can you guess how many keep them? 8%. Which proves that your 2017 goals are achievable with a little determination and a lot of fun!

How to Keep New Year’s Resolutions

• Be specific. Goals like “lose weight” or “save money” are grand aspirations. Unless you bring them back to earth, they’ll quickly float away. Set specific goals like “I will exercise 3 times a week” or “I will spend no more than X dollars this month.” You’ll be surprised at how much more motivated you are to succeed!
• Think about the negatives. What are the roadblocks you’ll face before achieving your 2017 goals? Write down the hard stuff and strategize to overcome them. For example, you’ll be more likely to hit your fitness goals if you do something you like, such as roller-skating or hiking instead of going to the gym.
• Make it a team thing. That snooze button looks mighty fine when nobody is watching. But if your kids are waiting outside the door or your best friend left work to skate with you on her lunch break, your chances of sticking to your goals go up. Even better—you’re helping them out too.
• Don’t give up. Getting in shape, learning new skills, and saving money may seem hard at first, but once you get past the first few weeks, you’ll find it’s achievable after all. Set reminders on your phone and stick to it!

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