One common error is that we often make our resolutions vague. Without a clear plan of action, we almost never achieve what we set out to do. For example, we may say we want to loose weight, but if we do not plan how we are going to bring this about, we will probably to loose anything.
Another common error is to set unrealistic goals. In our weight loss example, if I say I want to loose 75 pounds by the summer, I am setting myself up for failure. Instead I could try to loose a more reasonable one to three pounds a week. As long as you are taking steps towards your goal it is okay if it takes a while.
Finally, don't be discouraged by your mistakes. One of my goals for last year, was to learn how to keep a container garden for vegetables and herbs. I have always had a bit of a black thumb and for years I gave up on growing plants. But last year I decided to give it a go. Well needless to say it did not go well. After I planted we had a freak rain storm that completely swamped my pots and killed my little plants. I was very discouraged, but now I know not to put the pots where they get all the runoff from the roof. I don't know if I will succeed this year, but even if I fail, I will learn from it.
So what are my resolutions this year. I am not going to count my three goals as resolutions, because I am already doing them. Instead, I am making smaller goals to help bring about the larger ones.
Resolution 1: Once again I am going to attempt to grow my own herbs and vegetables. Do the upside down tomatoes really work?
Resolution 2: Pay off my car. I'm not sure if I can actually do this in a year, but I can at least pay off most of it.
Resolution 3: Finish my novel. Okay I confess I've made this resolution every year since 2006, but with all the time management skills I'm learning I can pull this off.
Resolution 4: Remember to send people birthday cards this year.
What is your New Years Resolution?
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