We're a few months into the new year, so it's a good time to ask: How are your resolutions coming along? Relationship expert Andrea Syrtash suggests you make sure your resolutions are "SMART" - it's a simple exercise that can help you stay on track throughout the year.




SMART stands for goals or resolutions that are:

1) Specific
2) Measurable
3) with Action & Accountability
4) Realistic
5) with a Timeline

For example, did you resolve to improve your friendships? It's not too late to modify your goal to something more realistic, specific and attainable. How about committing to spending more time with close friends who you really miss? Then set up 5 steps you're going to take to get back in touch with them and make this a priority. What will be your first step? It may start with calling or emailing specific people to say that they're on your mind and you'd love to catch up. (It's amazing how much we avoid getting back in touch with people we love because we think too much time has passed!) Then, you may want to suggest a regular lunch date or enroll one to join you on your new workout program. The bottom line is that if you want to improve your friendships, put action behind your words.

No matter what your goals are, whether it's losing weight, finding friends or anything at all, make sure to make your resolution S.M.A.R.T so you're setting yourself up for success!