A New Year's resolution is a commitment that a person makes to a project or the
reforming of a habit, often a lifestyle change that is generally interpreted as
advantageous. The name comes from the fact that these commitments normally go
into effect on New Year's Day and remain until fulfilled or abandoned.
In
the United States, popular goals include:
Lose weight
Get out of debt
Become more organized
Maintain a diary
Save money
Improve grades
Get a better job
Get fit
Eat right
Get a better education
Drink less alcohol
Quit smoking
Reduce stress
Take a trip
Volunteer to help others
Be less grumpy
Be more independent
Learn something new (such as a foreign language or music)
Help the poor
What about you? Do you have a New Year's resolution?
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