Fireworks can be heard in the distance while shouts of “Happy New Year” rings throughout every household. Over on Facebook, people begin to post their witty remarks to the new year with a string of “I haven’t done (blank) since last year”. While others are huddled around their televisions, with champagne in their hands, as they watch firework displays and couples catching their new year kiss in New York city. Hate and anguish have been pushed aside for the time being, as joy and laughter flourishes everywhere.
December has come to an end and January is here.
It’s a time to say goodbye to the “old” and hello to the “new”. It’s a typical saying: New Year, New You. People are beginning to dust off their running shoes in hopes of getting fit, while others throw away all their holiday treats in hopes of getting a head start on their new years resolutions.
New Years resolutions… made on January first but normally broken by January third. I’ve never been one to do them. I always try my best but I then see a chocolate cookie and every intention I had to get fit goes out the window. It’s the thought that counts, right?
Well this year, I wanted to try this whole resolution thing again but with seven resolutions that are way more practical and easier to do.
My 2016 New Years Resolutions
1. Sleep More – I am an awful sleeper. I blame it on insomnia. If I’m lucky, I can squeeze in six hours of sleep, but usually it’s four or five. This year, I want to try and get more rest and go to bed earlier, when I can.
2. Be More Mindful – It’s so easy to get caught up on social media and on our phone. I know I do, but this year, I want to be more mindful. Less on my phone, and more in the present. I want to also enjoy the simple things in life.
3. Love More – I want to love people more – in everything that I do. In my actions, in my words – I want it to be filled with love, and free of judgement. I want to love as Christ loves us.
4. Be On Time – I want to consistently be punctual in everything that I do.
5. Stress Less – Anxiety and stress can be the bane of my existence. I want to stress less and to not worry so much.
6. Explore More – The world is out there and it’s screaming to be explored. I want to get out more. I want to see and experience what the world has to offer. I want to see somewhere new, go somewhere that I haven’t been before. To be spontaneous in my adventures.
7. Grow Deeper in Jesus – In everything that I do, in my business and in my personal life, I want it to be deeply rooted in Jesus Christ. This year, I want to be more intentional in seeking him more, to grow deeper in his word and to fall more in love with Him. I want to experience Christ in a new and fresh way… to be open to what he wants to teach me, and to where he wants me to go.
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2015 was a year full of new experiences. I met new people, and went to places I’ve never been before. I was stretched, grew, and cried. I got to see my favourite band live, and photograph friends’ weddings. I celebrated my nephews first birthday. I saw my business grow and met new clients. I loved, laughed, and smiled.
I’m excited to see what 2016 has in store for me. This year, I want to see and photograph more. I want to meet more people. I want to live intentionally and authentically. I can’t wait to see what happens this year!
What are some of your new years resolutions?
J. x