I don't know about you, but when the new year rolls around I always find myself trying to make the most complicated New Year's resolutions. More often than not, I fail miserably at trying to keep my resolutions because they're too specific or too complicated. And it makes me feel bad. So this year, I've decided to come up with a list of relatively simple New Years resolutions that, despite how easy they may seem, can have all the difference in the quality of life.

1. Dance more

Life is too short to take yourself too seriously. Whether you're cleaning your room, cooking dinner, or even at the mall, when you feel an urge to dance, just do it! It doesn't matter if you're any good or not. It's just about being silly when life may seem hard.

2. Spend less time on your phone

This one may seem difficult to most people, but it's not like you have to get rid of your phone altogether. Just limiting your social media use can have a huge change on yourself. And you can go from there.

3. Drink more water

You don't have to turn into a health nut cold turkey. If you're wanting to get healthier for the new year, start by drinking more water. Most of us don't get enough water, which effects many aspects of our body and mood. If you don't think you're getting enough water, you're probably not. So drink up!

4. Talk less about yourself

Ask others about themselves more. Pay attention to what people say. Learn about their lives, and care about their differences. Maybe you'll learn a thing or two.

5. Be more kind

A lot of us try and tell ourselves we'll volunteer more, or stop cussing altogether. To those who can manage to do those things, congratulations! But for the rest of us, taking small steps is more helpful. Start by simply being more kind. Open doors for people. Smile at strangers. Help your mom. Try and be a better person.