January 2018 - Volume XVI, Issue 1

Another year is underway and many of us have mustered up our willpower for a brand new set of New Year’s resolutions. Most common in the Western Hemisphere, we make resolutions with full intention of achieving them, to make life better than before, right? But what percentage of resolutions is broken in weeks, days, or even hours? There are different ways to be right about this, but to change all that and to help you make 2018 the best year yet, here are four ideas that can help you to make and keep resolutions:

1. Make your resolutions simple.

Sometimes people find themselves aiming for an overhaul of their entire lifestyle, and this is simply a recipe for disappointment and guilt. Don’t overdo it because experience shows these things can’t all be achieved at once. Why not focus clearly on one or two of your most important goals this year and go from there?

2. Choose well.

Okay, keep resolutions simple. But which should you choose? You may want to concentrate on those that will have the greatest impact on your happiness, health and fulfillment. For example, regular exercise will obviously improve your health, but it will also give you a sense of pride and will make you happy, right?

3. Be realistic.

Don’t aim too high and ignore reality – consider your previous experience with resolutions. What led to failure then? It may be that you resolved to lose too much weight or save an unrealistic amount of money. Keep in mind that there will always be more opportunities to start on the next phase, so set realistic goals. Or if you don’t want to hold back, set clear short-term goals on your way to a big achievement. Which leads to tip number four.

4. Create bite-sized portions.

Break goals down to manageable chunks. This may be the most essential ingredient for success. Setting and achieving smaller goals will give you momentum for continuing on to bigger achievement. Set clear, realistic goals such as losing 7 pounds, saving $25 a month, or going for a run once a week. Then decide exactly how you will make this happen. Keep in mind that “proper prior planning prevents poor performance.” “A goal unwritten is only a wish.” So go ahead and write them down.

“A goal unwritten is only a wish.” So go ahead and write them down.

How to Make New Year Resolutions You’ll Actually Keep

Cool websites to visit this month:

Oh My Disney

A fun and interactive site for lovers of everything Disney, this site is a delight for young and old. It has quizzes, news, art, video, nostalgia, movies, parks and everything else Disney. If you love Disney, you’ll love this! www.ohmy.disney.com

The Billfold

As we start 2018, this is a terrific website to visit. The website says, “The Billfold aims to do away with the misbelief that talking about difficult money issues is uncomfortable, and create a space to have an honest conversation about how we save, spend and repay our debts. This site breaks one of the last taboos in our culture — talking about what you earn, what you spend, what you owe.” www.thebillfold.com

Cool Blogs,

Sites & Online

Resources to

Check Out!

Who Wants To Win Movie Tickets?Take my Trivia Challenge and you could win too!This is one of my favorite parts of the newsletter! Each month, I’ll give you a new trivia question. The first 2 people who call my office with the correct answer will win two FREE movie tickets. Enjoy a night out on me with someone special in your life! Take your best guess, and then call me at 605-338-9017! Remember, your chances of winning are better than you think!

This month’s Mega Trivia Question:New Year’s Resolutions are most common in what hemisphere?A) Northern B) SouthernC) Western D) EasternHINT: You’ll find the answer in the newsletter.

Thanks to YOU the word is spreading! Thanks to all of my wonderful clients who graciously refer me to their friends, family, and neighbors! My business runs on the positive comments and referrals from people just like you. I couldn’t do this without you! A special thanks to all these fine folks who referred me last month…

Brandy H.

Thanks for All the Kind Words! “Thank you Earl and Jodi - Johnny did a great job!”

Inside This Issue You Will Discover…

•How to Make NewYear’s Resolutions you’llactually keep…

•“Oh My Disney” cool website (and more)

•Healthy Talk … 8 tips for eatingout without pigging out

•Funny stories, and quotesto get you inspired

•PLUS MORE … “JanuaryFun Facts.”

•Thank You’s, Fun Websites,Famous Quotes…AND…

Discounts, Specials AndMuch, Much MORE!

Keep Reading Inside…

Thank You!

“Secrets For Living A Healthy, Wealthy & Happy Life…”

January 2018 - Volume XVI, Issue 1

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The hardest part of staying on a healthy diet starts when you step outside your front door. Eating away from home is the downfall of many committed healthy eaters because most restaurant menus feature high-fat, supersize meals. And those eateries that do offer low-cal alternatives often are more expensive. So here are 8 money-saving strategies for eating healthy when you’re away from home:1. Before you go to lunch or dinner, eat a light snack.A piece of fruit or some veggies will take the edge off any hunger pangsand give you the energy to make sensible choices when choosing whereand what to eat. If you wait until you’re ravenous, you’re more likely tosettle for fast food, order too much or gobble down breadsticks whileyou wait.2 Avoid ordering anything with the title “supersize” or “value meal” or “combo.” Choose regular-size sandwiches and spend any leftover cash on a piece of fruit for dessert.3. Ask your waiter to hold the chips and salsa or bread and butter untilyour meal is served. Save your appetite for the main course.4. Have an appetizer as your entrée. The portion sizes for appetizers areoften sufficient to fill you up, and you’ll save money.5. Split an entrée with a friend. In many restaurants, a main course withan extra side is plenty of food for two.6. Plan to have leftovers. Order with the intention of taking half homewith you for another meal.7. Ask your server to keep dressings, sauces and toppings on the side. Youcan get the flavors you want without the extra fat and calories.8. Share one dessert with everyone at the table. Your sweet tooth can besatisfied with just a bite or two.

“A Bad Dream?” (funny!)Ernestina was taking an afternoon nap on New Year’s Eve before the festivities. After she woke up, she confided to Ralph, her husband, ‘I just dreamed that you gave me a diamond ring for a New Year’s present. What do you think it all means?’

‘Aha, you’ll know tonight,’ answered Ralph smiling broadly.

At midnight, as the New Year was chiming, Ralph approached Ernestina and handed her small package. Delighted and excited she opened it quickly. There in her hand rested a book entitled: ‘The meaning of dreams’.”

Quotes For January…

Healthy TalkGet Inspired

“The most important thing you can do to achieve your goals is to make sure that as soon as you set them you immediately begin to create

momentum.” -Tony Robbins

“No one’s ever achieved financial fitness with a January resolution that’s abandoned by February.” -Suze Orman

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Start a Meal with Soup

A timely fun fact for those starting diets in January - according to a study by Pennsylvania State University, eating soup as a first course can reduce the overall calorie intake at a meal by as much as 26 percent. “Soup is the ultimate comfort food because it’s warm and filling, as well as incredibly flavorful and full of nutrients,” the study said. Opt for water-based soups such as tomato, vegetable, and broths; as opposed to cream-based soups like chowders, bisques, and potato soup.

January in UK

In United Kingdom, January happens to be the coldest month but not over all the parts. The daytime temperature is the contributing fact in being the coldest month. However, for England the February night temperatures are much lower. Scotland doesn’t follow such weather trend, though.

The Naming

January as a month was named after a Roman god Janus. Back in 700 B.C, a Roman leader named NumaPompilius made January the first month of a 10 month calendar which was 304 days long, and contained no calendar months for the winter season. However, later on 46 B.C; Julius Caesar made January a 31 day month.

Beyond PepperoniPizza is enjoyed all over the world, with Pepperoni the favorite in the US. But every country has its own take on toppings. Here are some popular international pizza toppings that you might like to try:

• India: pickled ginger, minced mutton, and tofu

• Japan: mayonnaise, potato, and bacon

• Russia: sardines, tuna, mackerel, and onions

• France: bacon, onion, and fresh cream

• Australia: scrambled eggs or shrimp and pineapple

By the way, what do you suppose “Canadian Bacon” is called in Canada? One answer is “back bacon.”

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January 2018

“Secrets For Living A Healthy, Wealthy & Happy Life…”

Dear Friends,

The New Year is upon us and you’ve probably made out a list of goals and resolutions. Well so did I, and at the top of my list this year is to show all my loyal clients how much I really do appreciate them with a very rare and special offer.

This is an offer I usually only give out to first time clients in an effort to grow my business. But for one month only I’ve made room in my schedule to accommodate my best clients. And, I’m giving you one room of Free Carpet Cleaning worth $34.00. There is nothing to buy and no obligation whatsoever.

I’m sure the dust has barely settled after all that holiday company and entertaining. The food spills are glaring, the Christmas tree stains are bright…it’s time to clean up and start the year with fresh, clean carpets.

So give me a call and I’ll clean up those messes and spills for free in one room. You don’t have to buy anything else just give me a call and let me clean away.

Why am I giving you such a valuable FREE gift?Well, there are a few reasons. First, it’s a way I can simply say “Thank you” to each of my clients. Second, this is the

slowest month of the year in my business and there will be a few of you that will choose to get more than just the one room of cleaning and that will be great. And lastly, I hope to “resurrect” my business relationship with some of you that I haven’t heard from in a while and that will be great too!

But Hurry…Time Is Running Out!I’m sure you want your carpets sparkling clean after such a busy time of year. So, please don’t pass up this

unprecedented offer. I can only make room in my schedule for 3-4 of these free rooms per week and I can only afford to do this during my slowest time of the year. So this Free Room Offer worth $34 to you expires on January 30, 2018. Call me at 338-9017 and I’ll be happy to work you into my schedule.

Sincerely,

Earl and Jodi Broker - Family OwnedP.S. Remember I can only make this offer until January 30, 2018. After that your Free Room of carpet cleaning worth

$34.00 expires. Call 338-9017 today to claim your gift. (Sorry no apartments or rentals qualifies for this offer-only owner occupied homes)

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