January 03, 2022

5 tools to help kick off your New Year goal setting

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When it’s time for a change, forming a plan helps direct what you need to do and where to get started. Here are some tips and tools to help you kick off your New Year’s goals and stay on track as time goes on.

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Meeting your New Year’s goals starts with a plan

What change would you like to make? Once you have your New Year goals in mind, use our goal-setting tips to get started and help keep yourself motivated to achieve them.

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Becoming more active

If your New Year goal is to be more active, you can achieve it in many different ways. For example, do some daily stretching, learn a few steps of a fun dance, or take a walk outside for easy ways to bring some movement to your day. And with this free activity tracker template from Microsoft Excel, you can stay committed and measure your progress throughout the year.

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Planning healthier meals

If you’re working toward better meal planning or healthier eating habits for the New Year, this free nutrition journal template from Microsoft Word is a great start to help you track and achieve your health goals.

Spending more time with friends and family

If you’re looking to connect with friends and family more in the New Year, you can use Microsoft Teams to make it happen wherever and whenever is convenient for you. With chat, video, and audio features, it’s easier to make time to nurture relationships and hear from the people you love. Plus, you can talk as long as you want, and anyone you invite can join^.1

Getting more organized

Keeping your workspace and PC desktop organized can help you be productive and focus on what matters most to you. With Windows 11, you can get organized in a snap. Using Snap Assist and widgets, you can bring balance to your desktop. And by customizing your views, you see exactly the information you need, when you need it.

Prioritizing self-care

There are also goal-setting tips you can use to practice self-care in the New Year. Your mental wellness is just as important as your physical health. Track your moods and wellness journey with a premium mental health journal template from Microsoft Word, free with a Microsoft 365 subscription.

Start stepping in the right direction

A little bit of support can go a long way when it comes to making changes and going after your New Year’s goals, and we’re here to support you. These tools are available to you when you’re ready to use them.

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[1] Microsoft 365 subscription required. A group video call allows up to 300 people to video chat for up to 30 consecutive hours. Certain features require specific hardware. See Windows 11 specifications Internet access required; ISP fees may apply. Chatting via SMS is available in limited countries and will be available in other geographic locations on a rolling basis. See more details.