The holiday season marks the time of year when we take stock and look ahead, often through making resolutions. Five notable holiday resolutions to live by have been compiled by poet and writer Julie-Anne Ford. Among her recommendations:

Learn to Laugh

Celebrate the simple joy of living and open your heart to all life holds for you.

Learn to Listen

Take time to slow down and be still.

Learn to Let Go

Forgive failures and resolve regrets.

Learn to Love

Remember love is not just something you feel, but the things you do.

Learn to Live

Search for your purpose, seek out your passions.

In the generous spirit of the holidays, MEDB wishes everyone a life lifted and lived in aloha. – MEDB staff