Resolve
I have never made New Year's resolutions in the past. It always seemed
like a silly idea and destined for failure. However this year seems
different and I am motivated to make some changes. I think resolutions can
be successful if they set realistically and are not expected to be accomplished immediately.
Michelle makes a list of resolutions each
year based on 11 categories: career, charity, creative, cultural, emotional,
financial, home improvement, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual.
(There is actually a twelfth one, however she doesn't remember it.)
Solidarity called, so I made my list for these categories too.
It seems like a long list, but I've given these a lot of thought and really
think they are attainable over time.
Develop a responsible retirement plan. | Financial |
Keep receipts for deductions. | Financial |
Start therapy. | Emotional |
Host a dinner party. | Social |
Make a regular monthly "date" with a friend I don't see often. | Social |
Learn about a favorite artist. | Cultural |
Update resume. | Career |
Get rid of clutter. | Home Improvement |
Organize and store my stuff. | Home Improvement |
Cook more. | Creative |
Start a hobby/creative outlet. | Creative |
Write an essay. | Intellectual |
Volunteer at a non-profit organization. | Charity |
Read Finding the Boyfriend Within by Brad Gooch. | Spiritual |
Read The Places That Scare You by Pema Chodron. | Spiritual |
Do 30 minutes of cardio 3-4 days a week. | Physical |
Eat more fruits and vegetables. | Physical |
Eat less sugar. | Physical |
What are your resolutions?
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Comments
"Finding the Boyfriend Within" is a good book - I have it.Good luck on the resolutions. I always make some. I don't often succeed in any spectacular manner, but at least I think about and try. It just always seems like the thing to do for me.
Posted by: Dave Hughes | February 7, 2003 03:46 AM