"What can I do to better myself this year?" As we start 2013, this is a question that is being asked by millions of people today. But, this shouldn't just be part of our New Year's resolution; instead, we should be asking ourselves, "What can I do to better myself today?"
Here are some tips to live by each day and help start the year off with a bang!
- Scribble down your thoughts - I know many people who have tried to keep a journal, but can never make it over a month. Bored? Try blogging!
- Be thankful for three things each day and write them down - If you write down all the things you're thankful for, it helps keep things in perspective
- Make healthy choices & partner up - Are you looking to run your first 5K or even quit smoking? Keeping yourself accountable can be hard, so choose a friend and help each other train for that upcoming 5K or ask that they help you kick your bad habit to the curb
- Goal it up - Set one goal per month and try to accomplish it. NOTE: Be sure to set realistic goals! (It might be tough to lose 25 pounds in a month.)
- Follow through - This rule applies to everything: goals, promises, and even work! Show your commitment to yourself and others and follow through.
- Don't be a quitter - It's so easy to quit! I have so many unfinished projects and side businesses that I've quit doing halfway through. (This is all changing this year.) Stay determined and keep your eye on the prize.
- Don't be afraid of what others think - The best way to conquer this fear is to prove all the haters wrong!
- Live, Laugh, Love - This saying can be so cliche, but it's totally true! Live your life to the fullest and be spontaneous, because tomorrow it could all be gone. Laugh till you pee your pants; it makes life so much better. Plus, people who are too serious are SUPER boring. Love until your heart feels like it's going to burst. Love conquers all.
As for me, I've got a big year ahead of me. I think I've finally figured out what I want to do. I've been chasing so many different dreams just to be my own boss, that I almost forgot who and what I really love to do. This year is going to be a true testament to what I'm capable of as a person. It's make it or break it time, people! So start living and chase your dreams with me!
“Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma, which is living the result of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinion drowned your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition, they somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”
–Steve Jobs
