Years ago, my New Year’s resolution was to not drink any alcohol during the month of January. Then, I let the chips – and guacamole – fall by Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and caved in to margaritas at a favorite Mexican dive.
Now, every January, I ask, “What’s the real value in stating a resolution if it’s going to dissolve within weeks?” The answer’s simple: very little. However, whether the catalyst is a new year or a new mindset, making a strong commitment to improving aspects of one’s life can have a tremendous return on investment.
During my psychic consultation sessions, I’ve shared insights that align with what clients would like to manifest in their lives. Items on the wish lists often range from ending a drained relationship to creating a new job opportunity. Acknowledging desires is just one step, you have to do the work to achieve optimal results.
For example, recently a client said her romantic union had run its course and they were only staying together because it was cheaper for rent. When I asked if she’d done any research on other apartments and/or roommate situations, she replied, “No, I haven’t had the time.” How can one expect to make a major life change without being an active participant? The next day, she was checking out options on Craigslist!
Ditto for careers: a business professional in his late 30s lamented about his current assignment, “I’ve been with the same company for the last ten years; I want to make a change to another industry.” When I asked if his resume was updated, he mumbled a string of words that ultimately meant, no. “Hey! I’m gonna jump on that tomorrow,” he asserted. One step leads to another in the overall process.
When it comes to resolutions, don’t feel that January has a corner on the market. The other 11 months would welcome an opportunity!
Love and light,
Tony
Happy New Year! Wishing you a year filled with PEACE, LOVE, JOY and COMPASSION!!!!! Resolutions and all!!! 🙂
Hey!! Sending you much love and happiness for 2018. We will see each other in the new year!
Happy New Year my friend. One of my resolutions for 2018 is to figure out how to spend some time with YOU!
Yes, we must make that happen! xoxo
I couldn’t agree more on the resolutions that normally fade, but the mindset is so important. One resolution I have always had no matter how my money trouble can get, I can always, always bless someone else who needs help in any way and I always will. I can’t think of a better resolution than to give unconditionally to a stranger than needs it. ❤
Thank you for sharing those wonderful words!
Happy New Year and I’m hoping one resolution of yours will be to finish that book – and come to Florida so I can arrange a book signing. Much love and best wishes for a GR8 2018.
I would love nothing better than to be see you in Florida at a book signing next year!!
Love, Joy, Peace, Kindness and all The Fruit of the Spirit to my Dear Friend Tony😍😍😘🎉🎊🎉
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018!!🙏🎈🎈
Yes. Tony, you make great points And,… Without A NEW Day, new beginnings, new resolutions, & times o.o starting over, etc. ..Mankind becomes complacent, indifferent, stagnant, weak(er), divisive, unhappy, etc. It IS Growth as individuals, as couples, as family’s and as friends, And, as Christians…that keep Us Happy, at Peace, Joyful…And, So, Much More. Praying for You & All!!🙏✌
GOD IS GOOD…ALL THE TIME.🙏😃
Tony, ….TY, for this topic of discussion.
Thank you so much for sharing such special words and thoughts.
I see setting New Year’s resolutions in a different light. For myself, I set out 3 resolution items. First, I start with setting a resolution that I can accomplish fairly quickly. I want to reap the reward of accomplishment! I view the accomplishment as an element of positive reinforcement in my life in my being. Secondly, I generally set a resolution that may be a bit out of my comfort zone or interest. I went to listen to a speaker that traveled, which was his job, to Antarctica and the complexities of traveling to that part of the world. It was quite interesting and learned a lot about that continent. Thirdly, I generally set my last resolution, which may require a bit more effort. Examples may include finishing an unfinished project, sorting through old photos, volunteering for habitat humanity-do some real physical work, or finish a voluminous book, call a relative once a month for the year etc…I generally write down my New Year’s resolutions at the end of my calendar that I keep at home. When I look at what I’ve done or accomplished, I feel proud. I do this for personal enrichment. The Holiday season can get a person down at times. But, I know I am doing pretty good. This will be a phenomenal New Year! Cheers!!!
I love the fact that you set resolutions that are outside of your comfort zone. A great way to learn and expand as a human being! Hugs to you!