As the year 2014 is wrapping up, we all know what is coming next; you need to pick a New Years resolution for 2015. We all do it and only about 30% of us are actually able to stick to that resolution. The most important thing to realize when deciding what you want to change about yourself in 2015, is make sure that it is realistic and don’t go for the usual “workout more” or “eat healthier”.

This year, try thinking of a resolution that will change you for the better. Of course we always think we do, but below are some areas that will truly help make you a better person in 2015.

Mental: Once January 1, 2015, comes around, start treating yourself with respect. There is nothing more important than loving who you are. Speak nicely about yourself. If you are confident in yourself, others will see that and think confidently about you as well. If you speak nicely about yourself, other will also do the same. So in 2015, every day before you go to bed, write down something that you love about yourself. Not only will it probably make you smile, but also for days when you need a little pick-me-up, read what you’ve written. It’s like getting compliments from yourself, how perfect!

Physical: This is where you can “workout every day” although skip the every day part. Make time for yourself at least  3 days a week. The best part about making yourself better physically is that being physically active also increases your mood, mentality, and over-all well being.

Emotional: In 2015, start telling people how you feel. If someone says something that bothers you, tell him or her. If you like someone, why wait? Tell them! Getting your emotions out is very important in order to be 100% yourself. People that hold their feelings up inside of them are known to not be as happy. So once the New Year comes around, be an open book. People might think it is weird at first, but after awhile people will appreciate it, especially if it is good feelings.

Intellectual: Learn something new every day and I don’t mean in class. Find a fun fact every day and share it with people. I actually started doing this in the middle of the summer. Every day I get the National holidays emailed to me (National Holiday Calendar). I absolutely love it because I have a fact to share with people. Maybe that seems weird to you, so how about just watching the news? Learning new information make you a well rounded person. Try it!

So when you finally decide, when you finally pick what you want to change in 2015, write it down and stick to it! There are all different myths about how many days it takes to do something until it becomes a habit. Who really cares though, because once you decide what your New Years resolution is going to be, just do it everyday. From day 1, make it a habit.

“Always remember that it doesn’t matter how slow you go, as long as you keep on going”

~Kenzi Weidman