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New Year’s resolutions you can actually achieve


The new year is a great time for a fresh start, but some resolutions are harder than others.

Here are four resolutions that are easy to keep and will still improve your quality of life:

Daily affirmations

Daily affirmations can dramatically change your attitude and outlook on life, which then changes life’s outlook on you. Make your affirmations personal and something that will bring you peace and confidence to start your day. This is an easy resolution to keep because it only takes a minute or two to complete each day. Whether you choose to do your affirmations right when you wake up or before heading out the door, giving yourself a couple of minutes each day to recite your personal mantra can change your life for the better.

Catch up with friends and family more often

Life gets crazy and moves fast. Because of this, we often go weeks or months without talking to certain loved ones. An easy New Year’s resolution to keep that will enhance your quality of life is setting aside time each week to call or see friends and family. Give grandma a call, send your aunt a text asking about her day, or get lunch with an old friend. It’s easy to get caught in the hustle of everything; taking the time to catch up with others will bring more meaning into your life.

Save money

Another easy resolution to keep is making an effort to be more conscious with your money. Chances are that when you become more aware of the money you spend on an average day, you will find ways to save little bits of money here and there. Try packing a snack from home instead of heading to the vending machine in between classes or ask a friend if you can borrow something from their closet for a night out instead of buying a new outfit. By making a lot of little choices like these throughout the year, you are sure to save a lot of money.

Drink more water

This one sounds like a no-brainer, but many busy college students don’t drink enough water daily. Something as simple as staying properly hydrated can put you in a better mood and boost your energy which will make for better and more productive days. Carry a reusable water bottle with you and set goals throughout the day such as “drink half by noon” or “be sure to refill after lunch” to ensure you are reaching your goal of drinking more water. Even setting reminders on your phone can be a good way to remind yourself to stay hydrated.

Alexis Wisler

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