usually forget the majority of them rather quickly. This year, I decided not just to write my resolutions down, I am going to write them down on this blog; I'll be much more likely to hold myself accountable this way.
To start, I'd like to take a moment to reflect on 2013:
This was a good year for me. I spent a lot of time being happy, doing things I love with people I love. I found a new sense of freedom and learned a lot about the importance and craft of self-reliance. I became more disciplined, more focused, and more driven. I learned to not settle for less than I deserved. I met so many wonderful new people who opened my mind and expanded my horizons infinitely. I grew much braver
So what's next? In no particular order, here are my 21 resolutions for my 21st year of life:
- Continue to stay focused on my goals; don't let petty things in life interfere with what I hold dear.
- At the same time, don't have my blinders on too tight. There is a world out there, full of love and adventures, family and friends. Don't forget to enjoy it.
- Make more, spend less, save more.
- Don't obsess over minor details.
- Wear my hair curly more often. Maybe actually commit to growing it long for once.
- Sleep more at night. Sleep less in class.
- Eat as few processed foods as possible (but don't beat myself up when this isn't possible; I am a college student after all!)...make a conscious effort to ensure that my vegetarian diet does not leave me nutrient deficient.
- Take advantage of every opportunity to spend more time outside. (Vitamin D!!)
- Stay healthy. Being sick is the worst.
- Stop dreaming as much, start doing more. This is the time I have to tackle all the small things that post-grad life will limit me from in future life.
- Geek out more. Spend some more time reading about the adventures of my friendly neighborhood Spider-man.
- Write more. Read more. These are a few of my favorite things that I never seem to have the time to do.
- Going along with #11, keep a journal. I used to carry one to write down any ideas or song lyrics or thoughts that entered my head. It was a useful habit that I need to pick up again.
- Color. Coloring is one of my favorite ways to relieve stress and I don't do it often enough. Maybe I can even start a Coloring Club at CUA...?
- Play my instruments. I definitely am not the most talented guitarist or ukulele enthusiast, but I love to learn to play better and I really enjoy practicing.
- Hold myself accountable to the million lists and schedules that I make for myself.
- Make time to dedicate to others, but don't sacrifice time that I need for myself in the process.
- Workout. Stretch. A lot. Often. (My ballet teacher will appreciate that).
- Give back to the community in a variety of ways. I am more blessed and lucky than even I could possibly realize. I want to do more for others and have so many ideas and projects that I can't wait to execute.
- Be spontaneous. I am someone who innately likes plans and gets anxious when those plans are changed or altered. I want to let go of that anxiety and live more on the edge in all aspects of life.
- Always keep this quote in mind: "Sometimes, all you need is twenty seconds of insane courage. Just literally twenty seconds of just embarrassing bravery. And, I promise you, something great will come of it." Live by that mantra.
What resolutions do you have for 2014? Are you glad that 2013 has come to a close? Are you excited for any major milestones coming your way within the next year? Let me know in the comments!
Andddd I'll leave you with one of my favorite things that comes with the end of each year... a new DJ Earworm United State of Pop Mashup!! The 2013 version is called "Living the Fantasy". Enjoy!
Love, Leaza
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