Resolutions are supposed to be positive, right? Things that make you feel good and make a positive change in your life? So this year that’s what I’m focusing on. And I have to say I’ve never been this excited about my New Year Resolutions.
- Buy fresh flowers once a week for myself or to give to someone else. Why didn’t I think of this one before? It’s so simple! There’s something about flowers that make any day better.
- Eat right, exercise consistently. Weight loss be damned. I feel my best when I’m eating healthy food (with the occasional splurge) and working out on a regular basis. If that means I feel great and haven’t lost a single pound then so be it.
- Give more. I feel so blessed that my life is my life. This year I’m going to start giving more to help other people, especially locally. There’s a park two blocks from my house that’s filled with homeless folks every single day. Every morning I drive past the food pantry that helps feed some of my neighbors. There’s more I can do to help.
- Make myself a top priority. No more toxic friendships or running out the door wearing an outfit I just threw together without a stitch of make-up. I’m going to take time for myself — to sleep, to relax, to shop, to read — and I’m not going to feel bad about it.
- Go big for Lent. Last year for Lent I pushed beyond my comfort zone to workout every single day, and even though I ended up slacking off toward the end of the year it was life-changing experience for me. I know that I’m capable of seemingly impossible things and I want to go outside of my comfort zone again this year. I’ve got an idea about what to do this year and the more I think about it the more it scares the hell out of me. So I’ve got to do it now. More details to come on that little project…
I’m so excited you guys! 2010 is going to be an amazing year.
Hi,
I’m new to blogging and blogland in general, I found your blog through Shelly. Anyway, I wanted to say that those are great resolutions and doable just remember to figure out the steps to take to make them a reality. I haven’t typed mine out yet they are rolling around in my head.
Susan
I love your list,
it feels very positive, very concrete, very realistic.
I’m still working on mine, but I’ll keep yours in mind, I think
Thanks for sharing !
And… Happy new year !!
LOVE your list. The fresh flowers every week is a great idea! They totally make everything seem prettier and better.
2010 is going to be awesome!!
You are right! It’s going to be an amazing year, and I think you’ve resolved to do some awesome things.
Best of luck…not that you need it when you’re determined.
wow,
great goals!! great attitude!!
Great resolutions! I’m also very excited about this year. I’ve never been so excited. I wish you all the luck in the world to accomplish your goals.
I love your goals for the year! I’ve been waiting for you to post this
I’m right there with you on #4 all the way.
I am with you on the eat right thing. I am starting tomorrow working on eating healthy foods and less processed stuff. I am also planning to cook almost all meals at home.
I love, love, love the resolution to buy flowers. It’s amazing how something so small really does make you (and others) feel good inside.
Rather than treating myself to a food reward after running my half marathons in the fall I decided I wanted flowers instead. Best thing I could have done!
I’m looking forward to your Lent challenge this year as well. Last year you rocked your workout goal and no doubt you’ll conquer it again this year!
Happy New Year!
I agree – I need to push myself harder in 2010 – I think its a combination of not knowing if I can do it that stops me most of the time!
I can’t wait to see what Lent holds for you! You’ve got me thinking about my own Lent plan…
Is it Lent yet??? I’ll be on the edge of my seat now until then…