I already feel like I've heard "New Year's Resolutions" too many times and people haven't even started giving up on them yet.

According to my friend Merriam-Webster, resolve means "to declare or decide; to reach a firm decision on." Resolve, by definition, is not a word you use once a year to define what you wanted to be, but couldn't attain. And, frankly, the idea of having to wait for the beginning of a new year to make positive changes to yourself and your life has always baffled me.

At this point, I can comfortably say it's ridiculous.

But the idea of becoming a better you isn't. And it doesn't start with the year, it starts the day you decide it does. So I thought I would share the everyday ways that I actively chase my best self and my best life.

1. I write down 5 things I am grateful for every Sunday.

It doesn't take more than 5 minutes, but it's probably the most important part of my week. They're not all serious and they're often little things, but counting my blessings (if you read that in Bing Crosby's singing voice, you have my heart) helps ground me no matter what happens during the week. This week I am grateful for (in no specific order): my best friends, The Twilight Zone (the original episodes), my parents, Nicolas Cage memes, and having a purpose.

2. I say 'thank you' and 'I love you' as much as possible.

Often times, we don't get told quite enough about the positive impacts we have on the lives of others, even though it doesn't take a lot to show other people how much you appreciate them.

Thank you for taking the time to read this article even though it's the thousandth one you've seen regarding resolutions.

3. I do at least one kind act a day.

Pay it forward. Hold the door for someone. Help carry in the groceries. Give a compliment. You're going to make someone's day.

Hey Rod, you look great today.

Start today, not this year, go it one day at a time and give yourself the gift of gratitude and perspective. Resolve to live your best life everyday.