New Year's is a celebration of the passage of time, so it's the perfect occasion to reflect, and then look forward and plan for the best year ever. PV Pulse has compiled some popular resolutions, and paired them with local opportunities. We urge everyone to get involved in our community - it's one of the most diverse and unique in the world.
Get fit/healthy:
Yoga with Davannayoga, 542 Calle Matamoros (at Corona), Centro.
Mari Torres de Gonzales offers holistic medicine services including acupuncture, phytotherapy, and magnotherapy. Cerrada de Cardenal 227-2, Frac. Las Aralias.
Healing Hands spa specializes in Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Marma Point Massage, Shirodhara, Integrative & Restorative Muscle Therapy, Steams, Colonics, Ubvartan, and more. Ave Del Mar 302 Circuito de la Concha 13, Bucerias, Nayarit.
Contribute to my community/volunteer: 
Children of the Dump helps the kids living in the Puerto Vallarta dump get an education.
Leer y Crecer is a reading advocacy program.
Make-a-Wish Mexico is the branch of the international organization that serves the Banderas Bay region.
Support PEACE Mexico community programming by purchasing a 2011 PEACE calendar for $100 pesos, available at any PEACE event, at the PEACE headquarters in Punta de Mita, or by contacting becci@peacemexico.org. The calendar "showcases the pride and beauty of Mexican culture, landscape, wildlife and people and fully embodies what PEACE is working to foster and protect."
Help the environment:
Turtle releases are hosted by several local hotels and are a practical, hands-on way to make positive difference. Great for kids, too.
Learn a new skill:
PEACE Language School offers language instruction with partial proceeds going to PEACE Mexico.
Improve/Change home:
Pierrot Tessier offers high-end custom designs in the medium of your choice and takes commissions on artistic sculptures or furniture, storage solutions, or other items for your home.
If you're thinking of buying or selling,start your search for real estate services with Prudential Realty or Sherri Narro and Associates.
Take a trip:
Destination: PEACE is one of the many programs delivered by local non-profit PEACE Mexico, with a focus on "voluntourism" opportunities in Banderas Bay. This is a great way to pair vacation time with community activism.
