What's New Years without posting an Instagram post saying "new year, new me?" Every single year, I see this all over social media, yet, do we ever follow through with achieving our set resolutions or goals for the future? Some do, but probably not. It is much easier said than done. This year, I want to make 2018 the best year, and the only way I can really do this is to fully commit to whatever it is that I desire for my mental health and well being.

One of the first things I have learned thus far is that I need to try to only think and speak positively, and only surround myself with good vibes and other positive minds. Eliminating the negative energy in my life will only improve my behavior and health, easing my stress. There are so many narcissistic people in this generation that it became hard to run away. Let these people go, and only keep the good spirits in. Life is way too short, so make the best of it by keeping these people out so they can't spread their negative energy on you. My goal is to lead a positive life.

I also very much want to stop caring about what other people think. At the end of the day, the only happiness that is important is your own happiness, and we are all accountable for our own. Everyone already has their own lives to live. People are way too quick to judge. So, put yourself first and always be faithful to what your heart says, not what others think is good for you.

Another huge resolution for me at least is to be more appreciate of the life I live, and for my parents that basically do everything for me. I am sure most teenagers and young adolescents can attest to this as well. We are truly so fortunate to have the ability to have an education, be able to buy the things we want, and have a meal on the table for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Families in other countries and even some here in America can't afford any of it. Our parents work so hard to keep us happy, so always be nice and appreciative of them.

Additionally, I want to create my own opportunities for myself. Of course we all need that little push out of the nest, but to have full happiness, we need to push ourselves out of our comfort zones and try new things we have yet to do. To be successful and have that job, I need to create opportunities for myself to achieve that. To start off for the new year and the new semester, I pledge to really focus and take notes in my class, set higher standards about my grades, stop procrastinating, and stop saying "I'll do it tomorrow." I really feel like I can find my true passions by following through with this plan. This way, it'll ease my anxiety and eliminate any unnecessary stress.

Besides all of these goals I have set for myself, I need to grasp the phrase "what's meant to be, will be." I need to trust what life has in store for me, and let everything in life flow. Don't force anything. After experiencing a long relationship, I really need to learn to grasp this idea. We only have energy for the people that are meant and want to be in our lives. Girls, if they don't need us, we definitely do not need them. There is so much more meaning in life than finding someone who wants you, so live for yourself.

Everybody, you need to start living in the moment and stop worrying about the future and the past. The only thing that truly matters is your ultimate happiness above all. You can really be anything you want in this huge world full of endless opportunities. Make 2018 the best year of your lives.