Have you given any thought to your New Year’s Resolutions yet?  I know we still have a couple of weeks, but it’s never too early to start preparing, am I right?  If you are ready to make some changes in your life, but feel like your budget can’t take any big changes, not to worry!  Here are 5 Budget Friendly New Year’s Resolutions that will change your life and won’t hurt your wallet:

1. Cut out sugar.  Cutting out sugar will benefit you in countless ways, plus you will actually make your wallet healthier!  No more spending extra money on unnecessary sweets
2. Cut screen time.  Let’s face it, most of us would do well from a screen time break.  From all of the time we spend on our computers, our phones and watching TV, we are pretty much surrounded by screens 24/7.  Why not make a resolution to cut down on this screen time, and hey..you might use less data while you are at it!
3. Spend more time outside.  Connecting with nature is one of the greatest things we can do for our bodies and our mindsets.  Take a walk outside in nature to breathe in the fresh air and to give yourself a workout.  The time spent outside is a great way to clear your mind too.  Oh, and guess what?  IT’S FREE!!
4. Spend more time with family. Family togetherness time does not have to mean spending money. It can be as simple as putting down your phones and playing a board game together.  Just take the time.
5. Meditate. Meditation is free and has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety and provide countless other benefits.  Let’s put this on our budget-friendly New Year’s Resolution list!

Have you ever made a budget-friendly resolution before?  What was it?  Were you able to follow through?