New Year's Day has always been a time for looking forward to the new year with resolutions to accomplish what we failed to do in the year gone by. It's also a time to reflect on the changes we want or need to make and resolve to follow through on those changes. We did some research to find the top ten list for New Year's resolutions. Did yours make the list? Continue reading below and find out.
The evidence is clearly in for fitness. Regular exercise has been associated with more health benefits than anything else known to man. Studies show that it reduces the risk of some cancers and increases longevity. In short, exercise makes you healthier and makes your feel better.
Over 66 percent of adult Americans are considered overweight so it is not surprising to find that weight loss is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions. Setting reasonable goals and staying focused are the two most important factors in sticking with a weight loss program, the key to success for those millions of Americans who made a New Year's commitment to shed unwanted pounds.
If you have resolved to make this the year that you stamp out your smoking habit, over-the-counter availability of nicotine replacement therapy now provides easier access to proven quit-smoking aids. Even if you've tried to quit before and failed, don't let it get you down. On average, smokers try about four times before they quit for good. Start enjoying the rest of your smoke-free life!
Given the hectic, stressful lifestyles of millions of Americans, it is no wonder that "enjoying life more" has become a popular resolution in recent years. It's an important step to a happier and healthier you!
While many people use the New Year as an incentive to finally stop drinking, most are not equipped to make such a drastic lifestyle change all at once. Many heavy drinkers fail to quit cold turkey but do much better when they taper gradually or even learn to moderate their drinking.
Was money a big source of stress in your life last year? Join the millions of Americans who have resolved to spend this year getting a handle on their finances. It's a promise that will repay itself many times over in the year ahead.
Have you vowed to make this year the year to learn something new? Perhaps you are considering a career change, want to learn a new language or just how to fix your computer? Whether you take a course or read a book, you'll find education to be one of the easiest, most motivating New Year's resolutions to keep.
On just about every New Year resolution top ten list, organization can be a very reasonable goal. Whether you want your home organized enough that you can invite someone over on a whim or your office organized enough that you can find the stapler when you need it, there are tips and resources to get you started on the way to a more organized life.
A popular, non-selfish New Year's resolution, volunteerism can take many forms. Whether you choose to spend time helping out at your
local library, mentoring a child or building a house, there are many non-profit volunteer organizations that could really use your help.
Many resolve to manage their time better in order to improve the quality of their life. By maximizing your productivity at work through effective time management, you can find the time to enjoy your personal time with your loved ones. Be sure to take the time to "smell the roses" and prioritize your daily life.
Whatever your goals may be for 2010, get a fresh start and a new outlook to achieve them. There are plenty of support and resources to motivate you in your quest for success. Make this the year to make a positive difference in your life. We, the team at Aloft Dulles, join you in celebrating this new year with our commitment to an A-list quality of service to our valued guests. So come and renew your energy with the happening vibe and savvy, eclectic style of Aloft.
Happy New Year!
