New Year's Resolutions for 2011

Each year as December wanes and January approaches, Americans turn their gazes inward and forward, resolving to be better in some way in the New Year than they were in the last. Modern technology has changed the way we live in many ways, and, thus, the changes that we vow to make each year. Here are some of the top New Year's resolutions for 2011.

Become Leaner
A twist on the old standard of "losing weight", we now understand that getting leaner is a healthier goal for most of us. Gain muscle and/or lose bodyfat, and you'll likely feel better next year.

Don't Drive Distracted
Turn off the smart phones, put down the fried chicken, and pay attention to the road.

Build Your Social Media Network
Facebook, Twitter, and other social media tools carry a lot of the world's communication burden these days. If you're not connected, you're being left behind.

Reduce Your Social Media Dependence
While the Twittersphere is powerful for helping you reconnect and stay connected, it can become addictive and sap productivity. Do you really need to know, instantly, that Uncle Jon Bob just left Target?

Eliminate or Reduce Artificial Sweeteners
Most of us can't quit smoking anymore because we don't do it in the first place, so we need something to give up. The jury is still out on the overall safety and consequences of artificial sweetener use, so this seems like a good target.

Be Quick to Dismiss
There is WAY too much information floating around these days to assimilate everything. If start reading an article and it doesn't immediately grab you, turn the page and move on to the next

Read More
Since you're discarding unnecessary media sources and energy syncs, you'll have more time and impetus to do some reading that appeals to you. Many of the world's classic novels are now available for free online, so pick some and get to it!

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A New Year in the digital age provides more opportunities than ever before to better your situation. Grab the bull by the horns and make some fresh promises to yourself for 2011. These aren't your father's resolutions!