On New Years, Resolve to ...

The year 2009 is coming to a close and it is time to put all your bad habits to bed. With 2010 comes a time for new beginnings. You can take this fresh decade as a chance to start living a better life. On New Year’s Eve, make a resolution you will stick to.

Top Searched New Year’s Resolutions:
1. Lose weight
2. Volunteer
3. Stop smoking
4. Find a job
5. Get out of debt
6. Get organized
7. Save money
8. Reduce stress
9. Get fit
10. Quit drinking

Before the stroke of midnight, reflect on what you could do to improve yourself and say ‘In this new year, I resolve to _________.’ Need help filling in that blank? Check out our list of the top searched New Year’s resolutions (above).

It helps to make a plan of action in order to accomplish your goal. By laying out a time line and organizing a strategy, you are more likely to stick to your resolution.

Don’t be afraid to call in the professionals. If last year’s resolution to diet and exercise was out the door by February, look in to hiring a personal trainer who will help you stick to a routine and reach your goal more efficiently. For those who didn’t have much luck in the job market in 2009, try visiting an employment service who will help you refine your resume and locate a job that utilizes your talents.

To stick to your resolution, lean on your peers for support and motivation. Yo! u could join a group with similar interests or find a friend with the same goal and work through it together. Working towards the same goal as others will help you stay accountable for your actions. For the many who are promising to volunteer this year, most volunteer organizations are always looking for help, such as Volunteers of America.

Find the right tools that will help you accomplish your resolution. When you are trying to stay organized, invest in a closet organizer, desk organizer or a custom organizer that will fit your needs. If 2010 is your year to quit smoking but you haven’t had luck in the past, it may be time to look into medication or nicotine patches.

What is your resol! ution this year? How do you plan to stick to it? Find more New Year’s resolutions and the tools you need to accomplish them on AOL Search.

Looking for a way to ring in the New Year? Find a New Year’s Eve celebration in your area on When.com.

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