As we finish the second week of 2011, I am starting to hear people talk about already "screwing up" their resolutions. While it is easy to set goals and get excited about the things we are going to achieve in a new year, it can be difficult to remember how hard it is to change our habits.

This issue has a few tips to help you achieve your goals. The most important thing to remember is that are changing a long-time, maybe even life long, habit. It will not happen overnight and it may be tough in the beginning, but if you stay committed, you WILL create a positive change in your life.

Moxie Readers, I would wish you luck if I thought it would help. Instead, I will wish you strength and wisdom, because with those you will can accomplish anything! 

Happy habit forming,

Amanda

Whether you want to get more organized, lose weight, or cook more family dinners, whatever your goal is, there are a few things you can do to help yourself actually attain it:

First, focus on the WHY of your goal. Wanting to lose weight is a goal many people have, but is it because you feel self-concious around your skinny friends, or so you can prevent the onset of Diabetes? Those are two very different reasons that will require different actions to achieve the goal. Knowing your WHY will help you determine the actions you will need to take....

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