I always believe that New Year's resolution are
superfluous.That I have resolved over the past couple of years to not make any
grand promises and declarations at the beginning of the year but instead to
just take the year as it comes.
Of course I have made and set goals during the years but not any grand declaration(s) at the beginning of the year. This has been largely due to the fact that I believe that we often commit to a large set of unachievable resolutions and by the first month of the new year most of our resolutions are largely just fragments of our imaginations. However this year is a new turning point in which I will dedicate 2016 to building my personal and corporate self/brand. To be frank, during past years, I have done so whether unconsciously or consciously. The only difference with this year is being consistent.
Of course I have made and set goals during the years but not any grand declaration(s) at the beginning of the year. This has been largely due to the fact that I believe that we often commit to a large set of unachievable resolutions and by the first month of the new year most of our resolutions are largely just fragments of our imaginations. However this year is a new turning point in which I will dedicate 2016 to building my personal and corporate self/brand. To be frank, during past years, I have done so whether unconsciously or consciously. The only difference with this year is being consistent.
Building my personal self is really quite
explanatory in which I become an all round better person physically, mentally
and spiritually (you know the whole shenanigans). I will refrain from delving
into the intricacies of building my personal self as it's best not to bore you
with the cliche resolutions of improving oneself. Not so far on the spectrum
involves building my corporate self which involves honing my skills/talent
in the work industry/environment, becoming more financially sound and savvy,
being more adept to the corporate world.
This blog I find is yo-yoing between my personal
self (because it is a reflection of who I am) and my corporate self (because
the skills I have learned in the corporate world I have (un)/consciously
injected into the blog). As you may have noticed, the blog has gotten a new
look and has been expanded to include more of beauty and lifestyle. Going
forward, my aim is to make From Head To Heels and all its platforms a source
where YOU learn something new, get entertained/have fun or be inspired.
Lets talk more resolutions...
New Year Resolutions are contracts we make with
ourselves, but share openly with others. Avoid disappointment and make them
reasonable.
How many times have you promised yourself that
tomorrow will be better? You'll give up smoking; lose weight; take up
exercise; eat more healthy meals; go and enjoy yourself; apply for that job of
your dreams or maybe do some study. How many times then? I know -
the list is endless. Too often, tomorrow just doesn't come.
The idea of the resolution dates back to about
150BC to the time of Janus. He was the ancient Roman God of what's now
termed ‘Gates and Doors'. He was believed to have two faces: One pointing to
the past and the other to the future. He could therefore look in both
direction.
He found his position at the head of the yearly
calendar where he was best placed to look forward and backward. This
period became one of hope where Romans sought forgiveness from their
enemies. It was a time for the exchange of gifts with neighbours as all
welcomed in the New Year.
Today is very much the same. The time signifies a
new beginning. We make our resolutions – many of which are over ambitious
- and we promise to be the very best we can in the year ahead. It's a
time for working harder and smarter to achieve our dreams and goals.
Many people make a joke of their resolutions and
don't treat them with the seriousness they deserve. About 40% of the
population makes resolutions. Of those, about 60% keeps them initially
but after 6 months, that percentage dwindles to about 45% and as time passes,
the percentage shrinks even more.
The following seven points can assist in embracing
the concept of resolutions and understanding how important they can be to your
life:
- Make it a time for reflection and introspection
- Embrace the power you have to initiate change
- Ask positive questions; formulate powerful answers
- Keep your focus no matter what you encounter
- Know the impact your resolutions can have on your future
- Believe that your future will become more empowered
- Rewarding small and large successes builds confidence
Don't allow others to push you from your
path. Make up your mind that your end goal is going to be achieved,
irrespective of what you encounter, even the negativity from others. They
just don't have the same resolve you do.
You don't ever have to wait for the New Year to
begin your resolutions. Any time during the year is an ideal time to
empower and enrich your journey. You can make those life-enriching resolutions
at any time of the year. When you feel inspired by someone or something,
put that new found enthusiasm to work and begin to build on your dreams and
goals.
Don't stand by and do nothing – the future doesn't stand still and neither should you.
Don't stand by and do nothing – the future doesn't stand still and neither should you.
Be grateful for every positive step you take and
understand the place that faltering also has in your life. If you fall
off the wagon just shake yourself off, take stock and get back on. That
becomes a very positive and powerful step in itself.
As you achieve your successes, write them in your
journal/diary in red ink: Celebrate them and be grateful for just how far
you've come. Formulate positive sentences to commemorate those achievements: ‘Thank
you for the win in the weekend game': ‘Thank you for the very successful
outcome with the operation': ‘Thank you for the fantastic party with family and
friends over the weekend': ‘Thanks for the successful signing of the
contracts'. The list is endless.
At the end of the year, stop and look back on your
many successes. Don't spend too much time worrying about the places where
you faltered. Be grateful for how far you've come and remember to
celebrate your success, no matter how small it might be.
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