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Like the rest of the world starting the new year, I feel compelled to create a set of goals to accomplish by the year’s end.  Although I never reach 100% of my goals, I do manage to occasionally knock out some of the bigger ones.

The key is creating small, easily attainable goals instead of vague lofty ones.  Like, I feel like saying ‘get healthy’ is too broad of a goal and would be easily disregarded.  Now, if I said ‘jog at least 4 days a week’ or ‘cut out fried foods,’ then that’s something I can set my mind to focus on and see it through.

1. Burn at least 600 measurable calories by doing something active (running, weight-lifting, break-dancing, etc) at least 4 days a week.
2. Further my knowledge in my field by reading a book on a new language and apply it to a new or existing project.
3. Find a positive outlet for dealing with stress, such as yoga, tai chi, or autogenics.
4. Learn conversational Italian before our trip to Italy by using Rosetta Store software.
5. Save more money by not splurging as much and by increasing the amount of money added to savings every month.
6. Finish my web project and launch it.
7. Cut back on alcohol intake by substituting every other drink with water or some other non-alcoholic beverage.
8. Be a better husband to my wife by helping, listening and spending more time with her.
9. Try to enjoy life more and stop worrying about silly things. (take up a new hobby, laugh more, do something totally different and random)
10. Do something to help others that are less fortunate by volunteering or donating goods/service.