Resolutions are a non-religious tradition most common in

Resolutions are a non-religious tradition, most common in the Western Hemisphere. A person makes a promise to do an act of self-improvement or something slightly nice. It can be opening doors for people, quitting smoking or just anything that will make his life or life of others easier. People try their best to follow their resolutions over the year (usually) and check if they have reached what they aspired to in the end of this year.

The ancient Babylonians made promises to their gods at the start of each year that they would return borrowed objects and pay their debts.

At the end of the Great Depression, about a quarter of American adults formed New Year's resolutions. At the start of the 21 st century, about 40% did.

A 2007 study involving 3, 000 people showed that 88% of those who set New Year resolutions fail. To improve the odds: Men achieved their goal 22% more often when they engaged in goal setting, (a system where small measurable goals are being set; such as, a pound a week, instead of saying "lose weight"), Women succeeded 10% more when they made their goals public and got support from their friends.

Ditch New Years Resolutions Day is observed on January 17. It's a day to brake or give up all of those New Year's resolutions you made two weeks ago on New Year's Days. But think about it: is it easier to slip back into old habits, or is it better to hold on your New Year's resolutions? You can get it if you want it!

New Year's Resolutions Have you ever made the resolutions in the past? Why was it helpful – or why wasn’t it? How can New Year's resolutions help you in the coming year? What New Year's resolutions are you still keeping now? What are some New Year's resolutions that you have broken quickly? What are some New Year's resolutions that you friends have made?

What traditional ways of welcoming the New Year do you have in your family or in your region? How old are your New Year traditions? Did your grandparents celebrate in the same way? Are children allowed to stay up late on New Year's Eve in your country? What are some of special meals and activities for New Year's day? What are you and your family planning to do this year? Can you think of two things you were happy about from last year?

1. Prepare your short resolution list (10 items or so) that you want to come true the next year. 2. In the end mention two things you enjoyed the most from 2014. 3. Think of some funny or serious resolutions for the following people: The Queen of England. Bill Gates Johnny Depp Leonardo Di. Caprio Justin Bieber Madonna