No resolutions for me this year. Because who actually keeps up with them? The classic gym membership that you use for a month. Books you purchase and never read. And don't forget the half finished or not even started projects. After many years of doing all the above, I think it is time to switch gears and try something new.
Last year I vowed to be disciplined about going to the gym. That lasted till about mid January when my social life was too much of a distraction and impeded on my gym time. Discipline only goes so far. This year I refuse to set foot in a gym unless I am on a guest pass. Too often I found myself people watching. I also had friends there who I would chat with and suddenly an hour had passed and I had to get home and get stuff done. I also was lazy to where if my favorite quiz show was not on the TV's I had no desire to go on the elliptical, first world problems.
I have found in the past year that mantras serve me much better than goals. They are a non-specific focal point. They allow for flexibility without excuses. They encourage discipline without being too hard on oneself. Most importantly they calm the mind during a frenzy and help you to breathe through daily challenges.
So with no further ado here are my 2015 mantras:
1. Stay in the present moment- Too often we are thinking about future events or dwelling on the past. Both are stressful and emotionally straining. If your mind is focused on either of these you can't fully enjoy what is in front of you.
2. Honor where you are- You many not be where you want to be financially, weight, romantically, career, or emotionally. Honor the fact that you are working toward these things even if they have not occurred yet. Everything is a process.
3. You are enough - Stop wishing for attributes that you do not possess. If you were more or less of something you would not be truly yourself. People think you are special. Embrace your unique self.
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