As 2017 begins, we are reminded of the many excitements that the new year brings — a fresh start and a renewal of our dedication to our goals.

Many times we may forget to take the time to reflect on the past year and to establish where we want the new year to take us.

Today, I want to give you some strategies that you can use as we close out 2016 to ensure you take full responsibility for the year that's passed and move forward with renewed energy and commitment to yourself and your goals.

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1. Write down your unfinished goals

First, take the time to write down all of the things you planned to accomplish last year that you maybe missed the mark on. It's nothing to be ashamed of, we all have things that we plan to do — whether it's losing weight, investing our money, getting a new job, or getting that raise — that we might not have fully accomplished. Be honest with yourself about this.

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