- Ask more questions—there’s a lot out there for you to learn.
- Do something to stand out more at work.
- Set aside some weekly alone time.
- Sleep more (get in a nap when you can).
- Meditate at the end of every day. We all need to nurture our spiritual side.
- Smile at three new people daily.
- Replace 12 bad foods by incorporating 12 new, healthier foods into your diet.
- Eat breakfast every day—even if it’s just a cup of 100 percent fruit juice.
- Learn to love tea without the added sweeteners.
- Keep your hands clean—figuratively and literally.
- Perfect your posture. Your mother was right: Stand up straight!
- If you haven’t already, STOP SMOKING! If cold turkey is too much, start cutting back until you can kick the habit completely.
- Rely less on your credit card and more on smart money management.
- Cut yourself some slack—award yourself with a gift every once in awhile.
- Give back or volunteer in your community.
- Commit to reading at least one self-help book, one autobiography and a historical novel this year.
- Explore a new hobby. Pottery making, belly dancing or kayaking, anyone?
- See an award-winning film.
- Embrace the arts: music, museums and plays.
- Set a fitness goal for yourself. Start with a daily walk around the neighborhood, run a 5K or learn a Salsa routine.


