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A new year calls for an improvement of oneself. That's why in the quest for self-improvement, we sometimes find ourselves looking for inspiration -- people to turn to, ask, and continuously be inspired at.

While self-help books used to be everybody's go-to resource, nowadays, YouTube channels provide the same motivation sans reading thousands of words in one sitting.

Whatever your goal is this 2021, whether it's to be more creative at work or be more organized with your personal space, there's bound to be a YouTube channel for you.

Here are some of our choices and why it's best to hit that subscribe button on these channels.

Goal: To get in shape

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YouTube channels: The Fitness Marshall, Blogilates, Yoga with Adriene, and Chloe Ting

Most of us would put “losing weight” as our top resolution every year. While it is easy enough for us to start an exercise or diet program, the trick really is to find a decent one that suits your lifestyle.

If you're into Zumba, we suggest subscribing to The Fitness Marshall. If you're into high-intensity interval training, Chloe Ting has a workout program for you. If yoga is more to your liking, we love Yoga with Adriene's program that ranges from 10 minutes to an hour-long yoga session.

Goal: To be more mindful of what I buy

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YouTube channels: Penelope Pop and Malama Life

If your goal is to be more mindful of the products you buy, we suggest subscribing to Penelope Pop and Malama Life. Their channels are all about curating your lifestyle and living with the things you need. The operative term here is “need,” not want.

Goal: To be more productive

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YouTube channels: Matt D'Avella and Thomas Frank

Whether you're in high school, college, university, or already working, YouTubers like Matt D'Avella and Thomas Frank provide productivity tips that will help you learn faster and destroy the temptations of procrastination. Both Matt and Thomas provide ample tips on how you can incorporate a more productive lifestyle so you can work smarter, not harder.

Goal: To be happy and content

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YouTube channel: Rowena Tsai and Lavendaire

If you're all about personal growth this 2021, both Rowena Tsai and Aileen of Lavendaire share their knowledge and inspiration about creating your dream life. They break down many tips from achieving your goals to the importance of self-care when you're feeling overwhelmed so you can seize the day!

Goal: To cook more

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YouTube channels: Erwan Heussaff, Mind Over Munch, and Clean Eating Kitchen

If you're looking for ways to increase your healthy cooking skills, you can find several recipes to guide you to become (some sort of) the Michelin chef of your home. Filipino YouTuber Erwan Heussaff provides many recipes that are not only sumptuous but healthy, too. Other channels like Clean Eating and Mind Over Much also provide quick and succinct recipes you can easily learn from the comfort of your own home.

Goal: To be knowledgable about my finances

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YouTube channels: The Financial Diet and Mint.com

If you don't have the patience to get through a stack of personal finance books, tune in to The Financial Diet and Mint.com for some entertaining and educational money-saving advice. These personal finance bloggers share their strategies and other actionable tips to help get your budget in top shape.

Goal: To read more books

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YouTube channels: Rincey Reads, PolandBananasBooks, and ChapterStackss

Did you know that there's a secret, unofficial corner for book lovers on YouTube? BookTube is where readers and book lovers come together to make videos about the books they've read. YouTube channels like Rincey Reads, PolandBananasBooks, and Chapter Stacks provide fun, straightforward reviews about the books they've read, which might influence you to pick up the pace and get started with the books you want to read.

Goal: To study efficiently

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YouTube channels: Ruby Granger, Jack Edwards, and Vee Kativhu

Over the years, study YouTubers have become a part of pop culture as students document their time at university -- mostly showing the ins and outs of their education.

Studytuber channels like Ruby Granger, Jack Edwards, and Vee Kativhu focus on producing content about their tips for learning and what a day it is like in their lives as a student. During exam season, they also provide “study with me” videos that run for hours so you could have a study buddy that can inspire you to focus on your lessons and ace that exam.