As New Year's approaches, many start to ponder what their resolution for the upcoming year will be. In the dictionary, a New Year's resolution is said to be a commitment that an individual makes to a project or a habit. New Year's resolutions are a tradition for most people every year.

Some common resolutions are:
 to lose weight
to do better at school
to get organized
to eat more healthy
to save more money
to exercise more
to find a better job
to become a better person

Tips for being successful with your New Year's Resolution:
Don't have a resolution that isn't practical
Have a strong initial commitment to your goal
Be prepared to deal with any complications that arise
Keep track of your progress
Reward yourself

Some students New Year's resolutions:

Emily W. & Bryn T. Make new friends	Neal B. Get more sleep
Leah T. Get a B in AP Calc	Lauren O. & Jake C. Get in shape
Anna E. Do better in school	Chris M. Finish my book before next year
Lindsay M. Get more organized	Ashley M. Eat more vegetables
Chelsea B. Judge people less	David M. Come up with a resolution
Tony B. Get in shape	Mrs. Perry Get more sleep

 

Last Updated on December 20, 2006 by: Carly Fortman & Katie Dickinson

 

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