New Year’s Resolutions
As 2016 begins, I
think of all the New Year’s resolutions that will be made…and broken almost as
fast we make them. As I grow another year older and I will immediately after
the New Year…my birthday is Jan. 2, I am beginning to realize that resolutions
alone might not be the best approach to a new beginning. Instead of focusing just on resolutions, which is defined as
a firm decision to do or not do something, I am going to try a different
approach. Goal setting has proven to be a great way to start something new. If
you read books or articles about setting goals, the experts tell us to set
short-term and long-term goals. The word goal is defined as the object of a
person’s ambition or effort; an aim or desired result. Well…I am thinking if I
make a plan to resolve to set both short-term and long-term goals and then
re-evaluate my progress as I work towards accomplishing them, I should have better results.
Putting Resolution and Goals
Into Action
Once resolutions are
decided and goals are set, then the tough part of the planning process begins.
In my opinion, the hardest part of making resolutions and setting goals is
putting the plan into action and remaining consistent. I will be honest. I can
resolve to do something. I know how to set goals. I am even fine with putting
the plan into action, but remaining consistent is where I often fail. Life gets
busy. Unexpected problems happen and the time carved out for new goals are
often placed on the back burner. Then, within a few days, the newly set goals
are forgotten and life resumes as it was without making changes that in the
long run would be good for me.
Expectations For 2016
This year I want make
a conscious effort to decide on resolutions, set goals, and discipline myself
to follow through, even when it seems difficult to do so. Let me encourage you
to do the same!
How do your resolutions work
out for you? I would love to hear if you have a proven plan that helps keep you
consistent.
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