So, everyone makes the joke that you make a New Years Resolution only to break it a month later. Which is primarily one reason I gave up on them a long time ago because I don't like feeling like a failure.
Although, one thing I did learn in 2013, thanks to Trenton's advice and council, is to take goals in short measurable amounts. And for them to be the "non-negotiable" type of goals, and schedules. Upon realizing last march that time flies too fast and if you sit there waiting for TOMORROW then whatever you plan to do will never be accomplished. You'll wake up 12 months later and realize you never lost that 10 pounds, didn't tackle that reading list, didn't develop a closer relationship with God. That is never a good feeling, nor does it help us become better people. The people we're supposed to become.
So that's my goal for this year, I'm going to throw the long list of "goals" (or things that don't really matter) out the window and focus on the things that really do matter. For me, that is losing a bit of weight and trying to eat healthier, that is developing the habit of a serious scripture study and regular temple attendance, that is finally learning how to cope with my depression and not letting it control me anymore, also it's doing the things I want to do, things that will help me to feel fulfilled and worthwhile. Because sitting around watching Nashville or Downton Abbey isn't cutting it. I need to get out, have fun, and most of all learn to love myself.
Have a Happy New year everyone! I hope that you will be able to do the things that you need to do for yourself this year. 2014, it's a new year, a new start. Take advantage of it, and love it.
Love,
Jenn
Life is full of adventures, it's how we live and enjoy them that makes us who we are as individuals.
