Do you have trouble sticking to your New Year's Resolutions? Do you have a hard time even thinking of a New Year's Resolution? Here are some resources by and for Canadians to help you change old habits and develop some new areas in your life.
Out With the Old
- Quit Smoking
It's time to check out the benefits of quitting smoking and programs to help you stop. - Get Better Grades
Major Canadian universities offer tips on writing essays, efficient reading, attending lectures, taking notes and exams. - Reduce the Risks of a Stroke
Make yourself familiar with the risk factors and warning signs of a stroke, and what you can do to prevent one, with the Healthy Heart Kit from the Public Health Agency of Canada. - Exercise Your Brain
Dave Fisher, About.com Puzzles, offers all sorts of free puzzles to clear the cobwebs, keep your brain active, and provide hours of relaxation and entertainment. The Four Rivers strategy puzzle is a good place to start! - De-clutter Your House
Clean out your closets and donate old clothes and unused possessions to charity. Many malls have drop boxes for old clothes, and the Canadian Diabetes Association will come right to your door to pick them up.
In With the New
- Enjoy the Canadian Winter
Jane McLean, About.com Canada Travel, has some great ideas for getting the most out of the Canadian winter. - Save Gas and Money
Save gas and money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the same time with these energy conservation tips. - Take a Family Vacation
Teresa Plowright, About.com Family Vacations, has hundreds of suggestions and tips to help you and the kids enjoy your next family vacation. - Create a Home Office
Increase your productivity by creating a functional and ergonomic home office. Useful advice from Catherine Roseberry, About.com Mobile Office Technology. - Learn About Economics
Mike Moffatt, About.com Economics, is a lecturer at the University of Western Ontario. Let him introduce you to economic issues in the news and the terminology that goes along with it.
