Hello, and welcome to the season of fresh starts and new beginnings! As the clock strikes midnight and fireworks light up the sky, we often find ourselves brimming with resolutions.

This year, let's not just make them; let's keep them. Here's how:

1. Make 'Micro-Goals': Instead of aiming for the moon with grand, overwhelming goals, break them down into tiny, achievable steps. Want to exercise more? Start with 10 minutes a day, not a full-blown marathon training schedule.

2. The Buddy System: Team up with a friend or family member. When you're feeling less than motivated, they can give you that nudge (or vice versa). It's harder to bail on a gym session or a healthy cooking night when someone else is counting on you!

3. Reward Yourself: Set milestones and treat yourself when you reach them. It doesn't have to be big – maybe a new book, a bubble bath, or an episode of your favourite show.

4. The Power of Habit: It takes about 66 days for a new behavior to become automatic. Mark your calendar and aim for that!

5. Embrace the 'Oops': If you slip up, don't give up. Tomorrow is a new day, and mistakes are part of the journey.

Surprising Facts:

• Chewing Gum Trick: Chewing gum while learning something new can help with memory. Planning to pick up a new skill or language? Keep a pack of gum handy!

• Color Psychology: Surround yourself with the color blue. It's known to suppress appetite, which might be helpful if your resolution is to eat healthier.

• The Power of Writing: You are 42% more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down regularly. So, grab that glittery pen and start scribbling!

• Sleep More to Weigh Less: Lack of sleep can lead to weight gain. Who knew that sleeping could be part of your fitness journey?

• Money Motivation: For every goal you achieve, put a toonie in a jar. By the end of the year, use the money for something special. This way, you literally see the value of your efforts!

Remember, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Resolutions are not just about big changes; they're about being a better version of yourself, one small step at a time. Let's make each step count this year!