When the end of the year comes around, people come up with new years resolutions. But what they don't realize is that you don't need a new year to make a pledge to yourself about becoming better. So instead of doing it just because it's the new year, do it because you want to better yourself now and forever. Here are a few simple ways to increase the quality of your everyday life, without setting an unreachable and unrealistic "new year's resolution."

1. Drink more water

Drinking water is so underrated. It helps everything from your appetite to your train of thought and skin complexion. It's a win-win in every aspect.

2. Be nicer to people

As simple as it sounds, we're all kind of huge jerks...being nice to someone can be beneficial in many different ways. It can build friendships and make you feel better about yourself by making others feel better.

3. Get involved

Get involved in a recreational sport, slow pitch softball, a book club or anything of that sort. This will take up any downtime you have and keep your character in tip-top shape.

4. Start your day with a workout/activity

I don't mean go buy a $30-per-month-year-long-contract at planet fitness, I mean start your day off with 25 push-ups and 40 sit-ups along with a little jog around the neighborhood. Or maybe begin your day by brain teaser on your phone or in a book to get the gears in your mind turning bright and early.

5. Limit the junk/fast food

Pack your lunch! Sure Mcdonalds tastes good and it's quick, but staying away from fatty foods like the Mcdouble or 4 for 4 at Wendy's can improve not only your physical but mental health too!

6. Accept yourself

I'm not saying you have to love your acne or the love handles you got after high school, but if you don't like something about yourself, actively work to change it... in a positive way. Throughout any transition, you need to tell yourself that you can do it because you are entirely good enough. You can conquer the world, you just have to convince yourself of it first.

By following a few of these simple pieces of advice, you can become happier with yourself. So many people are unhappy and lost, so dedicate this year and the following years to figuring out who you are and work to better yourself for the present and future you. Don't take no for an answer and just keep swimming.