2016 may not have been the best year [1] to date, but there's no reason we can't make 2017 better! By adopting new and healthy habits and making yourself a priority [2], you'll feel more fulfilled. Setting these practices in place will also help you handle the not-so-great moments that might come at you along the way. Think of it as taking preventative measures or establishing a safety net for when life bogs you down. That way, 2017 won't stand a chance. Check out 20 ways you can make this your happiest year yet.

Make an effort to see and catch up with friends regularly.

Make your health a priority.

Reflect daily on your accomplishments, challenges, and things you're grateful for.

Give yourself a break when you need it.

Call your family on a regular basis.

Be more open to invitations.

Adopt a new hobby or pick an old one back up.

Set your goals for the year.

Enrich yourself with new books and/or classes.

Plan a trip.

Find new methods to relieve stress.

Make an effort to meet new people.

Put self-care at the forefront.

Volunteer.

Make a list of fun to-dos and cross one off each week.

Eliminate a toxic person or habit from your life.

Join a committee at work or a club outside.

Cut down on social media and unplug more.

Document happy moments to look back on throughout the year.

Note the things you would've changed about 2016 and find out how you can improve on them.