During this time of year, about 45% of Americans make New Years Resolutions that are something between loose promises and deep commitments to self improvement. Of those "Resolutioners", on average, less than 15% of adults are successful in the accomplishment of their goals. What makes the difference? Research shows that the act of writing down a goal not only deepens the commitment to the goal, but it also increases the likelihood that the goal will be achieved. This is why