Personally, I don't make New Year's Resolutions anymore, because if something is worth doing, it is worth doing all year long. Plus, who wants to feel disappointed in themselves when you inevitably break your resolution? That being said, I looked up the most common New Year's Resolutions and there were some variables depending on the source. A lot of the categories overlap. For example, if you want to be healthier, you probably want to eat better, exercise more, and have less stress. I think Tia Mowry's cookbook, "The Quick Fix Kitchen: Easy Recipes & Time-Saving Tips For A Healthier, Stress-Free Life" ticks a lot of those boxes. Some people may want to live a more sustainable life or take up a new hobby by gardening and growing their own food. Scuddles Garden Tools will be a big help for those goals. Others may want to spend more time outdoors and spend quality time with loved ones. The Wicker Cooler Picnic Basket, which is one of my favorite things on this list, can fulfill those goals. Some may want to finally take that trip of a lifetime or just experience new places. Use the Travel Pin Board as a fun way to celebrate those trips. I hope you find something on this list to help you achieve your goals and don't be too hard on yourself if have a hard time sticking to your resolutions. You can try again tomorrow. In the meantime, have fun with these 87 Inspirational Challenge Cards to Make Your Life Better!

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Winter is definitely my least favorite season, and one of the main reasons is the absence of sunlight. Seasonal Affective Disorder, (SAD), is a real diagnosis that is related to the change in seasons. One treatment option is light therapy. I received a light therapy lamp as a gift a few years ago, but I don't use it much because of its large size. One of the things I love about this particular Light Therapy Lamp is how slim and portable it is! This lamp mimics the colors of daylight and lasts approximately 50,000 hours. One-touch operation with three levels of brightness to choose from. This would be a great addition to any office workspace.

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Different scents can have a huge impact on our moods. Think about how walking outside and smelling coming rain or freshly mown grass makes you feel. How wonderful it is to walk into the house and smell a favorite meal cooking on the stove! Well, this Ultimate Aromatherapy Diffuser & Essential Oil Set has everything needed to improve one's mood. The set includes an ultrasonic essence diffuser, 10 different essential oils, a power cable, and a manual. This diffuser even has lights, with seven ambient light modes. There are four timer settings and an auto-shutoff feature.

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Present, Not Perfect is an illustrated guided journal by Aimee Chase. "This creative journal invites you to take pause, let go of what doesn't matter, and stay present in the moment so that you can enjoy your life in a whole new way." An example of one of the prompts is to write down three fears that are holding you back and then to put those fears in a hot air balloon and imagine it floating away. Very thought-provoking. 128 pages available in paperback or spiral bound.

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A good night's sleep is important for health, as well as, mood. I know when I'm sleep-deprived, I catch myself being short-tempered with my family. Getting quality sleep is a resolution I need to work on this year! These Beckham Hotel Collection Pillows are Amazon's Choice, have a 4+ star rating, and have been reviewed by over 155,000 people! Suitable for all sleep positions and are even machine wash and dry.

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I have been consciously trying to drink more water, but it is hard especially in the colder months. Having a cool new Hydro Flask Tumbler will make it a little easier. It has a narrow design that makes it easy to hold and fit into most cup holders. Comes in eight colors and three different sizes. BPA and phthalate-free. Dishwasher safe and has a lifetime warranty.

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I usually take my lunch to work and, if I have something like chips or nuts, I will reuse the plastic sandwich bag a few times. I do feel a little guilty if I have something that is wet or has a distinct odor (like a boiled egg) and I throw the bag away after one use. I hate to wash dishes, so I definitely couldn't see myself washing sandwich bags! Problem solved with Reusable Food Storage Bags that can actually be put in the dishwasher! These bags are made of Food Grade Material and are free of BPA, PVC, Chloride, and lead.

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One of the best gifts I ever received was my Keurig coffee maker. I am the only daily coffee drinker in my family, so it doesn't make sense to brew a whole pot. I try to avoid using single-use products so these Stainless Steel Coffee Pods are great at eliminating unnecessary environmental plastic waste. Eco-friendly and long-lasting. Compatible with Keurig and other single-serve coffee brewers.

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I can only imagine how difficult life would be if I wasn't able to simply turn on a faucet and have water to come out. Water is easy to take for granted for those of us that are fortunate enough to have it at our fingertips. Conserving water is something I need to be more mindful of and the Waternymph Faucet Spray Head Aerator can help with that. It boasts savings of 30-70% compared with standard bubblers. Two flow design allows the user to pick either soft bubble stream or strong spray.

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When shopping on Amazon, there is a box that users can check named Climate Pledge Friendly. It "uses sustainability certifications to highlight products that support our commitment to help preserve the natural world." Dazz is one of those products. Dazz Natural Cleaning Tablets Whole House Refill Pack contains tablets for All-Purpose Cleaner, Glass/Window Cleaner, and Bathroom Cleaner that are plant and mineral-based, just add water.

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My husband usually takes a sandwich for lunch and he likes lettuce on his sandwich. Unfortunately, he waits for me to wash off the lettuce and I hate the salad spinner I did have. It had the handle to turn, which always got stuck! Farberware has eliminated that problem with their Pro Pump Salad Spinner. The one-handed operation allows for the user to just push down the spinner mechanism to start and then tap the brake button when done! Easy peasy!

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Being aware of serving sizes is key when trying to lose weight, but it is really inconvenient to try to count out 22 potato chips when trying to pack my lunch in the morning! (When I do count them, I definitely make sure to get a whole chip, not one of the broken ones.) Having a Food Scale With Bowl means I can weigh the chips to get an accurate serving size in ounces rather than counting out the 22 biggest chips. LCD display shows kg(g) or lb(oz). This scale also has an alarm timer and room temperature sensor.

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I love watching Tia Mowry's cooking shows on TV. One episode featured her husband, Cory Hardrict, making his Famous Mac and Cheese and it has become a holiday tradition in my house. It is the best Mac and Cheese I have ever tasted! I'm sure all of the recipes in her new cookbook, The Quick Fix Kitchen are all delicious. It was named one of the best cookbooks of the year by Food Network. "With The Quick Fix Kitchen, feeding yourself and your family wont feel like a chore." 288 pages

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Non-GMO, Vegan Quit Smoking Gummies will help you combat withdrawal, relieve tension, and balance your mood. The Gummies contain a proprietary blend of Hemp Extract, Mullein Leaf, and Reishi Mushroom. The Mullein helps clear the mucus and toxins while hemp extract calms the nervous system. Gentle on the stomach and taste good. Made in the USA.

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Cold outside temps and wet weather are no excuse not to exercise with the Exerpeutic Folding Upright Excercise Bike. The bike can be folded to half of its assembled size and can be moved with the transportation wheels. No more using the stationary bike to hang clothes on when done with it! LCD display indicates distance, calories burned, time, speed, pulse, and scan. Eight resistance levels. Assembly required.

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Weights are "Great for agility training, cardio, endurance, squats, lunges, and more". Get a set of two dumbbells with neoprene coating for an easy-grip secure hold and a vinyl-coated kettlebell. The hexagonal shape of the dumbells prevents them from rolling. This Dumbbell Hand Weight Set is available in a variety of weights from 10 to 60 pounds.

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The Renpho Smart BMI Scale connects with apps to help accomplish fitness goals, track daily, weekly, and monthly progress, and save historical data. The scale uses "advanced technology to calculate 13 key body composition metrics". Simply download the Renpho app and it will work with Fitbit and Google Fit. "Track Your Body, Not Just Your Weight".

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"All gardeners need quality Gardening tools that will perform well for many years," which is why Scuddles offers a Lifetime warranty on their Eight Piece Heavy Duty Gardening Kit. The kit includes gloves, hand trowel, digging fork, shovel, spade, weeder, transplanting tool, and a garden tote bag to carry it all! The tools have ergonomic handles for comfortable use and thick-gauge stainless steel blades that won't rust or bend. Garden with your kids and "Grow Together"!

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Everything anyone wants to know about Building Your Backyard Homestead is in this book by David Toht. Learn how to build raised beds, planters, and arbors. Build a chicken coop or install a fence. Build a goat shed or erect a windmill or install a solar system. Learn about Aquaponics or building beehives. Learn about outdoor wiring and plumbing basics. All that is just a start. This book has every bit of knowledge that will fit into 256 pages, which turns out to be 40 projects.

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I used to paint in high school, and when my daughters saw some of my old projects, they used to ask me why I don't paint anymore. It is amazing how much of what used to be done for joy and fun is replaced by the necessities of everyday life. I still haven't quite found the time to start painting again, but when I do, I will want a set like this that has everything needed to start painting again. It includes 24 acrylic paint colors, 22 paintbrushes, 2 stretched canvases, 3 canvas panels, and an adjustable easel.

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Embroidery is another skill of mine that has fallen by the wayside. My grandmother taught me to embroider when I would stay with her during summer break. I would have to relearn some of the different stitches I used to know. This Embroidery Kit for Starters would be a good foray back to the Victorian skill of fancy needlework. The kit includes three plastic hoops, three stamped fabric pieces, instructions for three patterns, six needles, and all the thread needed. If only I can do as good as the pictures!

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So many people are taking outdoor portraits of families as a side hustle, this would be a good time to hone those photography skills. The Kodak PIXPRO FZ43 16.15MP Digital Camera would be a good starting point. This bundle has everything needed to get sharp, high-quality images and videos. It has a 4x Optical Zoom Lens, digital image stabilization, 9 point autofocus modes, Face, Blink, and Smile Detection just to name a few of the features. Also included are a memory card, Point & Shoot case, card reader, cleaning system, screen protector, and Tabletop Tripod.

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It is shocking how affordable this Samsung Galaxy Chromebook is! I was really pleasantly surprised. I generally prefer to work on my desktop, but sometimes I want the flexibility to be able to work in a different environment. This Chromebook is compact and light while still having military-grade durability. The display is 11.6" and the keyboard and trackpad are full-sized. 12.5 hours of battery life can make for a very productive day and there are multiple layers of built-in virus protection.

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I think it is so much more thoughtful to take the time to actually pick a card, write a note, and mail a letter than to just text or send a greeting on Facebook. It seems like all the birthday cards I get in the mail now are from my bank or credit card company. Actually writing a letter to a friend or family member on pretty Stationery is a practice we need to bring back. This cute patterned stationery includes 32 pages of writing paper and 16 envelopes in various styles.

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Set Boundaries, Find Peace is a New York Times bestseller by one of the most influential therapists on Instagram, Nedra Glover Tawwab. The book is all about setting healthy boundaries and how we can "express our needs, say "no", and be assertive without offending" people. Healthy boundaries are needed "to achieve work/life balance, cope with toxic people, and enjoy rewarding relationships with partners, friends, and family."

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Amazon's #1 Best Seller in Foreign Language Translators is POCKETALKS Portable Two-Way Voice Interpreter. The "built-in data plan translates conversations anywhere internet signal is available." The translator allows the user to "travel and communicate confidently in 133 countries". One-year limited warranty.

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The Tribesigns 2 Drawer Lateral File Cabinet is a few steps above the old gray metal file cabinets of the past. I have a few file boxes, but I just can't keep organized with those. This file cabinet is available in Walnut, White, or Black. "The sleek and modern finish is an easy fit for any office or home study room.".

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It is so easy to say, "I'll do it tomorrow". I say that all too often. Get It Together by Melanie Cullen lays it all out. "Covered topics include healthcare, finances, dependent care, and funeral planning. From practical considerations, like coordinating care for children, pets, and other dependents,... it is easy to understand why this would be regarded as a trusted guide." The forms in the book can even be downloaded.

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"Write down all the things you have always wanted to do together but could never find the time" in Our Bucket List. There are 100 guided entries to answer questions like, "we want to do this because", and "to make it happen we need...". This journal can be the first step to making some of your dreams a reality.

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Building better habits is something Ksafe's Time Locking Container can help with. "Manage the amount of time you spend on your phone by placing it in the container, set a timer for how long you need to be away from it, and the lid will remain locked until the timer reaches zero!" Lock away whatever your temptation is whether it be cigarettes, candy, or phone.

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Pinch Me Therapy Dough is "a squishable putty that channels relief through the senses with its aromatic scent, soft texture, and calm color." It is a sensory dough that can be massaged between the fingers to relieve stress, enhance mood, and exercise hands. Think of it as a fidget toy for adults. Available in Ocean, Beach, Bumbleberry, Citrus, Refresh, and Spa scents.

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