Losing steam on your resolutions? Bravo's Andy Cohen has advice on how to save them

Andy Cohen knows a thing or two about New Year's resolutions. He is, after all, the king of New Year's Eve — he's hosted CNN's annual celebration with pal Anderson Cooper for the last seven years. ("What we have is a real connection and friendship. You can't manufacture that. It gets stronger every year," Cohen said.)

Like the rest of us, though, he often gets sidetracked from his resolutions a few weeks into the year. Between hosting Bravo's Watch What Happens Live and Real Housewives, the busy dad of two (son Ben is 5, and daughter Lucy is 19 months) has to work hard to make sure he sticks to his goals. We caught up with the New York celebrity to find out how he does it.

1. Monitor your progress.

Nearly 80% of people fail to keep their New Year's resolutions by February — and only 8% stick with them the entire year. "I fall in line with the rest of America. I start losing it sometime in January," Cohen said. "But, there are ones I’ve kept. It’s really good to set a goal and move towards it."

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2. Stay realistic.

Since becoming a parent, Cohen's resolutions have changed. "This year, my goals are to spend less time on my phone and to have more patience on family road trips. I'm the guy who almost threw a car seat in the street because I couldn't figure it out. It's hard!" He added: "Oh, and also to cut back on drinking!"

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3. Look for tools to help.

"Walmart+ is all about saving your resolutions — there are lots of benefits," Cohen said. "Walmart is one of those places that has everything you need and you don’t realize it. You can even get discounted fuel. There are so many tools that come along with it." If your goal is to eat healthier — another of Cohen's for 2024 — free grocery delivery from Walmart+ is a lifesaver. Yes, it will also save you time, but it will keep you fromwandering the aisles aimlessly, adding stuff to your cart that you don’t need.

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4. Schedule time for your resolutions.

"Put your resolutions into your calendar like it's an appointment," Cohen said. If exercising is on your goal list, for example, plan time for it — "look at the week ahead on a Friday and schedule it whether you're training at home or going to the gym." You can do the same thing if your goal is to travel more or spend extra time with the family.

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5. Be mindful.

If saving money is on your 2024 resolution list, you're not alone. According to a Bankrate study, nearly 90% of Americans have a money goal for this year. "I'm a thrifty guy. There's a difference between being thrifty and cheap," Cohen said. "Having an awareness of money and putting a value on it is key. I don't care how rich you are — it's called being smart." For example, instead of stopping at Starbucks every morning on your way to work, try brewing coffee at home. "You can get to work and already have spent $30 on a cab and cup of coffee," Cohen said. "Be mindful of what you're spending money on — it's never been easier to spend money. I brought my own tea bags to Florida instead of buying — money is money."

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