2017 is coming to a close and soon we will have 2018. As the year comes close to an end, I mostly want to ask you guys: what did you do this year? Did you accomplish what you wanted to accomplish? Did you reach your goals? Also did you take care of yourself?

It is important to have a have goal in the new year, but it is also important to take care of yourself as well. Don't put pressure on yourself to achieve that goal, take it one step at a time, and if you have a setback don't give up. Keep your dream alive. You said you were going to work towards that goal, so work towards it!

Sometimes, people make a resolution that can end up being easier said than done. You just need to find that motivation to keep going, just because you forget for one day doesn't mean its the end of the world.

What I would do is write down some motivational quotes, or set yourself a different goal each day, it doesn't have to be too big, but it can be a stepping stone towards what you want.

It is also very important to take care of your mental health, please know that self-care is not selfish. We often forget that it is important to take time for ourselves, because we are so busy doing things for others. So when 2018 rolls around, please remember to do plenty of self-care.

You also need to know not to rush things, you aren't going to lose 40 pounds in a day. You aren't going to learn how to sew overnight. You aren't going to get money to go to Europe right away. These things do take time. Life is not a race, there is plenty of time out there for you to get those accomplishments done.

Also know that you do matter, you are worthy enough to achieve these goals, don't ever let anyone tell you different. Because this truly is a new year and a new you. The only thing that is stopping you is you. So get out there and change your life for the better!