35 ways to make 2016 a terrific year

1. Hang out with people who make you laugh.
2. Try to do something active every day.
3. Experience other cultures through travel, books/magazines, events, etc.
4. Spend less than you earn.
5. Go to bed earlier.
6. Get outdoors more.
7. Volunteer.
8. Talk with a senior citizen.
9. Eat a cleaner diet.
10. Find stress management activities.
11. Say hello to strangers.
12. Unplug frequently.
13. Spend more time with family and friends
14. Do something outside your comfort zone.
15. Leave the car and walk or bike to the store.
16. Listen to music from your youth.
17. Let people off the hook when they make a mistake.
18. Take photos of things in nature.
19. Stretch.
20. Say “yes” more than “no.”
21. But learn how to say “no” when you feel overwhelmed.
22. Clean out the clutter.
23. Make new friends.
24. Connect with old friends.
25. Watch an old movie.
26. Honor your commitments.
27. Do your taxes earlier.
28. Ramp up your retirement savings.
29. Take all of the vacation time you’ve earned.
30. Pat yourself on the back once in a while.
31. Replace television time with a hobby.
32. Take a class.
33. Tackle that home project that’s been hanging over your head.
34. Live knowing that every day could be your last.
35. Tell your loved ones how you feel.

Your turn. What ideas do you have to make 2016 a great year?