Happy New Year from EnglishMania!

It's 2014! How are you going to make this year the best yet? Sticking to a New Year's resolution takes work; make sure you choose something worth working for!

Here are 30 ideas for simple resolutions that can make a big difference.

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1. Drink more water.

2. Take the stairs instead of elevators and escalators to get daily exercise.

3. Don’t use your cell phone during work meetings, social events or dinner.

4. Don’t text and drive (as a matter of fact, don’t use your phone at all while driving).

5. Cook at home more often—you will learn new cooking skills and save money.

6. Be more than punctual—try to be early to every meeting you attend.

7. Make more personal phone calls instead of sending emails and texts.

8. Write one handwritten letter a month to someone special.

9. Do something out of your comfort zone.

10. Bring more to the table at every meeting—speak up and voice your opinion.

11. Be more willing to talk to others and learn something about strangers.

12. Sign up for a dance or art class.

13. Start running a little further each time you run.

14. Read one new book each month.

15. Turn off the Internet and television and read a book before falling asleep.

16. Make more eye contact during conversations.

17. Use your credit cards for emergencies only by removing them from your purse or wallet. Only spend with whatever cash you bring with you.

18. Refrain from gossiping and listening to gossip. You’ll be a more trustworthy person and will engage in more productive conversations.

19. You know it’s the most important meal of the day, so why skip it? Give yourself an extra 15 minutes in the morning to prepare and eat a good breakfast, like organic cage-free eggs, oatmeal or a green smoothie.

20. Spend a few hours a week enjoying time with your family. Don’t allow any external distractions.

21. Start saving for a family vacation today.

22. Invest in your retirement.

23. Walk your dog every evening after dinner.

24. Keep in touch with loved ones – update address books, email addresses and phone numbers.

25. Pick up a new hobby.

26. Help others by volunteering.

27. Build a community garden.

28. Donate furniture and clothes that you no longer use to those in need.

29. Get organized.

30. As always, keep it simple.

Will you be trying any of these goals for 2013? What’s your simple resolution?