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2017 is finally on its way. Here’s a list of habits to consider adopting in the new year. I hope they inspire some ideas!

- Ellie

Health 

Drink more water (Plant Nanny and a cute water bottle help!) 

Get more sleep (Sleep Cycle changed my life) 

Go to bed and wake up at a consistent time 

Stop using electronic devices before you go to bed 

Work out more regularly (Try Seven) 

Go out on walks (Map My Walk)

Eat less junk food (Or drink less soda, at least)

Cook for yourself more (Start here)

Take your medication regularly (Medisafe Reminder) 

Take off your makeup every day, if you wear it 

Wear sunscreen every day (This one’s my favorite)

Moisturize 

Clean your makeup brushes regularly 

Change your pillowcases regularly (it helps prevent breakouts!)

Practice mindfulness (Smiling Mind is a good place to start)

Academic 

Consider starting a bullet journal

Use a planner (Passion Planner, anyone? Or Todoist if you prefer digital)

Start a reading challenge 

Sit closer to the front in class 

Raise your hand more often 

Start assignments closer to the date it was assigned rather than the due date (Some tips on beating procrastination here)

Get to know your teachers 

Stay updated on current events (Try The Daily Skimm)

Learn vocabulary in another language (Mango Languages) 

Learn vocabulary in your own language (Here’s one for English)  

Personal 

Talk to someone you wouldn’t normally

Call someone you haven’t talked to in a while (Mom? Dad? Friend who lives on the other side of the country?) 

Tell your loved ones “I love you” more often 

Make plans to see friends occasionally 

Make plans to have a day all to yourself occasionally 

Clean your room regularly 

Or just make your bed every day 

Track your spending (Mint)

Write that novel you’ve been planning (Here’s a start) 

Keep a personal journal (Day One is easy to get into)

Spend some time reflecting on yourself once in a while 

Take 20 minutes a day to draw/write/get the creative juices flowing 

Spend time with your pets 

miniIt’s the holiday season now, for many religions, and in an attempt to spread some cheer, I’m hosting a giveaway!! All rules will be below, but first, let’s talk about what you will win!!

There will be one winner, and you you receive: 

Prizes

 a kanken ‘mini’ backpack in any color you want

 a brand new lilly pulitzer agenda (not 2014-2015..that was the only pic)

 a new set of muji gel pens

 a kate spade holiday card set

 a stabilo point 88 set (25 color)

 iPad mini 3 in any color you want 

Rules

you must be following me (@stu-die-ing)

you must reblog this photo (liking it does not count)

you must be okay with giving me your address (if you win) 

miniIt’s the holiday season now, for many religions, and in an attempt to spread some cheer, I’m hosting a giveaway!! All rules will be below, but first, let’s talk about what you will win!!

There will be one winner, and you you receive: 

Prizes

 a kanken ‘mini’ backpack in any color you want

 a brand new lilly pulitzer agenda (not 2014-2015..that was the only pic)

 a new set of muji gel pens

 a kate spade holiday card set

 a stabilo point 88 set (25 color)

 iPad mini 3 in any color you want 

Rules

you must be following me (@stu-die-ing)

you must reblog this photo (liking it does not count)

you must be okay with giving me your address (if you win) 

miniIt’s the holiday season now, for many religions, and in an attempt to spread some cheer, I’m hosting a giveaway!! All rules will be below, but first, let’s talk about what you will win!!

There will be one winner, and you you receive: 

Prizes

 a kanken ‘mini’ backpack in any color you want

 a brand new lilly pulitzer agenda (not 2014-2015..that was the only pic)

 a new set of muji gel pens

 a kate spade holiday card set

 a stabilo point 88 set (25 color)

 iPad mini 3 in any color you want 

Rules

you must be following me (@stu-die-ing)

you must reblog this photo (liking it does not count)

you must be okay with giving me your address (if you win) 

miniIt’s the holiday season now, for many religions, and in an attempt to spread some cheer, I’m hosting a giveaway!! All rules will be below, but first, let’s talk about what you will win!!

There will be one winner, and you you receive: 

Prizes

 a kanken ‘mini’ backpack in any color you want

 a brand new lilly pulitzer agenda (not 2014-2015..that was the only pic)

 a new set of muji gel pens

 a kate spade holiday card set

 a stabilo point 88 set (25 color)

 iPad mini 3 in any color you want 

Rules

you must be following me (@stu-die-ing)

you must reblog this photo (liking it does not count)

you must be okay with giving me your address (if you win)