Here are a few reflections on the year past. It’s not a complete list as I continue to learn and grow.
- Accepting things instead of forcing change is less stressful.
- Realized that when I focus on myself the Universe syncs up with me.
- Discovered that when I let people be themselves, I can be my true self.
- Learned that a broken XBOX is not the end of the world.
- Studied, researched and learned much about the nature of reality.
- Got depressed and actually had to go to therapy to deal with these new revelations.
- Reminded myself to listen and observe more while talking less.
- STAYED TRUE TO MYSELF.
Resolutely Realistic
Before writing this, I attempted to find some solid stats on the percentage of resolutions that are actually completed. Various searches and articles left me without a definitive answer. The numbers varied widely and many of the sources were outdated. However, through personal experience and the observation of people around me, I can confidently conclude that most resolutions fail.
New Year, New Me? Nope. How about new version of me. Or better version. Trying to change along with the new year is an unrealistic expectation with a high probability of failure. The psychology of the resolution is misplaced and leads only to stress and unnecessary pressures. I just plan to keep being myself while making the necessary adjustments (both internal and external) as the Universe presents them by uisng my instincts and intuition.
Jay Owens 