We recently caught up with HSM’s Monique Coleman at a United Nations event where she served as their first-ever Global Youth Ambassador. This mega-multi-talented gal blew us away with her engaging personality and her passion for working with youth. So we're super excited to announce our new venture with her here at Justine where she'll be giving YOU advice on your real-life questions and situations.

Got a challenge for Mo? Click here to send in your burning question. Check back at "Ask Mo" to get your answer!

Here's a little sample of the tips she gave readers like you in the latest issue of Justine . . .

"I’ve always been a goal-oriented person. I love thinking about what I want and coming up with a strategy for how to accomplish it. Bringing in a New Year is one of my favorite times to dream up new aspirations and set my sights a little higher. Over the years, I’ve learned a thing or two about goal setting and New Year’s resolutions that I’d like to share with you here."

"I used to make resolutions like work out four times a week, give up chocolate and make my bed every morning. Each year, I would be really great for a few weeks, and slowly it would fade. Eventually, I wouldn’t even be able to remember what my resolution was. In recent years I’ve tried something new and it works! Say less, do Mo’re. Instead of the usual list of personal improvements, I look for the underlying goal or the essence of what I’m trying to achieve. For instance, instead of saying 'work out four times a week,' which can be daunting, I’ll say 'find consistency in my life.' Consistency can be applied to more than just exercise and gets to the root of what I’m going for. Another example is, instead of saying 'give up chocolate' which might last a few weeks considering Valentine’s Day is around the corner, replace the statement with 'make healthier food choices.' This is something that you can work on every day of the year. Choose resolutions that encompass an idea you’re striving for like achieving balance, cultivating patience or listening more. By being more personal, you’ll be more specific in the moments that challenge your resolution. Instead of just giving up chocolate, you might find yourself cutting back on pizza, soda and candy too! Try it."

Learn more from Mo on page 42 in the December/January '12 issue of Justine.