Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Attitude and Approach

New Years Resolutions.  I reflect on this topic every year.  I won't lie, I can't think of a time where I can tell you I had success in this area on this specific year.  BUT--that won't stop me from making some goals.  Writing them down. 

If anything, I'd say my success rate wasn't higher due to one annoying little factor: discipline.  Typically, my resolution involves being healthier.  Including losing a few pounds, making better food choices and exercising.  I mean, that's just one resolution, there are definitely others, but we'll focus on just the one for now.  Why do I never accomplish this goal?  Is ultimately satisfying my fleshly hunger more important than being healthy?  Why does this seem to come SO much easier to others?  I've read books, I know what it takes. 

Well, all this being said: I've changed my resolution from weight loss to follow through, in a lot of areas.  More proactive.  More intentional. 

Instead of saying, "I wish I could fit into this" eat an apple.  Instead of saying, "I wish I didn't have so much debt" pack my frickin lunch.

Hopefully I'll be more successful this year, because I want to change my attitude and approach before changing certain areas.  And through Christ, all things are possible.  Without Him, it isn't.  SO--thank goodness for a constant companion through my journey!

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