According to statisticbrain.com, 45% of Americans actually make New Year's resolutions. 49% of people have infrequent success with keeping up with their goal. The top ten resolutions are:   

1. Lose Weight 

Thought: "New year, new me. I'm going to get up, eat a healthy breakfast, and lose some weight"
Actual outcome: *Hits alarm*  "I'll start tomorrow"     

2.  Getting Organized 

Thought: "My desk is messy, first things first: throw away old homework."
Actual outcome: "I may need this later down the road, I'll just keep it in here." 

3. Spend Less, Save More. 

Thought: "Okay, my bank account says $550.00. I want to keep it above $500.00."

Actual outcome: "WOW! These shoes are $60.00 and on sale, that extra ten dollars won't hurt." 

4. Enjoy Life to the Fullest 

Thought: "I'm just one big ray of sunshine, I'm so happy. I feel like singing and dancing. OMG I'm going to do a good deed today." 

Actual outcome: "I hate everyone. Don't look at me."     

5. Staying Fit and Healthy. 

Thought: "I'm going to eat a healthy breakfast, lunch (salad), and dinner (another salad)." 
Actual outcome: "Well, this pizza is only 1200 calories, I'll take 2."  

6. Learn Something Exciting. 

Thought: "I really just want to try something new and exciting. Maybe I will start a yoga class or travel the world."
Actual outcome: "I've already learned everything, what else is there?" 

7. Quit Smoking.

Thought: "I can do this. I can quit smoking. Cold turkey. No more. I got this."

Actual outcome: "2 packs a day isn't so bad."

8. Help Others in Their Dreams. 

Thought: "I really just want to be a good person. I'm going to help my younger siblings reach their goals and make sure their dreams come true." 

Actual outcome: "Life is like the hunger games, you are on your own kid."     

9. Fall in Love. 

Thought: "New year, new boy. I really just want a healthy relationship this year. I mean surely there is someone out there for me. Hello, Prince Charming?"
Actual outcome: "I hate boys. I hate boys. I hate boys. WHY WHY WHY WHY!!! I didn't need you anyway, I've got ice cream and tissues"    

10. Spend More Time with Family  

Thought: "When I come home, I will hang out with my family. I miss them so much, I will make an attempt to go see everyone" 

Actual outcome: "There is a reason I moved out." 

2015 is bringing in the new side of New Year's resolutions whether that's hitting the gym or being friendly, make it your best year yet!