"A New Year's resolution is a commitment that a person makes to one or more personal goals, projects, or the reforming of a habit. A key element to a New Year's Resolution that sets it apart from other resolutions is that it is made in anticipation of the New Year and new beginnings. People committing themselves to a New Year's resolution generally plan to do so for the whole following year. This lifestyle change is generally interpreted as advantageous.The ancient Babylonians made promises to their gods at the start of each year that they would return borrowed objects and pay their debts. The Romans began each year by making promises to the god Janus, for whom the month of January is named. In the Medieval era, the knights took the "peacock vow" at the end of the Christmas season each year to re-affirm their commitment to chivalry. At watchnight services, many Christians prepare for the year ahead by praying and making these resolutions. There are other religious parallels to this tradition. During Judaism's New Year, Rosh Hashanah, through the High Holidays and culminating in Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), one is to reflect upon one's wrongdoings over the year and both seek and offer forgiveness. People may act similarly during the Catholic fasting period of Lent, though the motive behind this holiday is more of sacrifice than of responsibility, in fact the practice of New Year's resolutions partially came from the Lenten sacrifices. The concept, regardless of creed, is to reflect upon self-improvement annually."
Well I learned something new at least. In order to write my 2013 Plan I had to think of 2012's Plan. I realized I finished most of what I had on my list and yet I left some items undone. This is typical of me and most likely every person who has ever made a resolution or in my case, a plan. Every year I try to make my New Years Plan an attainable goal, however, I sometimes make some retarded goals as well. Some of my goals I have repeated on several lists and have yet to finish them. 2013 will be different though (as if I haven't said that in years past). This year I will finish all items on my list. So, as I wrote my list I decided to break it down into 5 sections: Physical, Spiritual, Financial, Social, and Personal. I figured I could use a change in every part of my life. I am listing my 2013 New Years Plan on my blog. Why? Well, mainly because I can, but also I want to share how ambitious and driven I will be this coming year. I have wasted so much time this year and have passed up many oppurtunities that could have advanced my career, bettered my life, or helped others. So here goes.
My 2013 New Years Plan!
Financial Goals:
- Find a great, new, well paying job
- Increase our savings account
- Pay off a minimum of three school loans
Social Life:
- Volunteer at several different companies/institutions: The FRO, Orphange, Hospital, Police Department or Sheriffs Department and any other charity or needing companies
- Take a few classes to increase my education- via college, Michaels baking classes, adult school, or military base classes- need to get smarter
- Become certified in these areas: MS Office, Typing, Translator (Spanish and/or ASL)
- Actually learn Spanish- Brush up on ASL
- Help more of those in need via babysitting, cooking, cleaning and if possible financially.
Physical Life:
- Find and stick to an exercise routine with minimum of 3 days a week of exercise- tone up
- Getting to a healthy and perfect complextion (or near to it at least)
- Eat Healthier (no stomach problems)- can't ignore veggies much longer!
- Tan to get rid of this snow white skin- so when I'm at the beach I don't bring ships to shore
- Get a hollywood white smile- gotta have pearly whites
- Become a fashionista on a poor man's budget
Personal Life:
- Show my loved ones I love them more often
- Be a more supportive, caring and compassionate wife- my husband ought to like this one
- Have a more positive outlook on situations and life- don't be an Eeyore
- Start a cleaning routine to keep my house spotless- basically increase my OCD
- Figure out what type of career I want and go for it- I actually have to make up my mind
- Get preggo and have a beautiful little baby
- Relax and enjoy life more- means more fun right?!
Spiritual Life:
- Read the Bible in its entirety- 1 year Bible- this time I will do it!!!
- Develop a closer walk with God- The most important goal in life!
I hope your lists are ambitious and attainable as well. Life is too short to just waste it away. Why put off for tomorrow what you could get done today? This is my new motto. God Bless you all and have a great 2013!!!! Happy New Years!!!
