Last year I made a New Year’s resolution
only because a writing prompt more or less forced me to name one. I did, and as fate would have it, I failed
miserably. I mean with the goal of
laughing more and worrying less as a resolution, what could possibly go
wrong? Well stupid me! Life stepped in and shit happened giving me
plenty to worry about and little to be happy for. By December I had sunk into such a deep pit
of depression I found it very hard to truly look forward to Christmas in any
capacity which has never really happened to me before in that degree. Therefore, I am kind of against making goals
of any sort. I live each day one day at
a time and am thankful on the most part I got through each one with my
sanity. Living life as it comes seems
to work for me and I believe helps to keep the stress level to a minimum.
Setting goals and not meeting them is depressing so I tend to avoid that exercise. I try to expect less and then when I get more I am happy, and being happy is key.
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And that, my friend, is why I no longer make resolutions. I'm sick of setting myself up for failure. Like last year after we set our wedding date and I threw myself into dieting and walking and didn't lose a single pound. It's pointless. I just live my life day to day and do what I want to do. The things that do make me happy like crafts and colouring and cooking and beachcombing.
ReplyDeleteJoJo, it does seem like a no win situation. Like you, I would rather just be happy day to day doing what I love. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteWe always put more pressure on ourselves than other people do. "One day at a time" and "Do what you love" are good philosophies, along with "Go with the flow". ☺ That said, I think your writing talent is huge! Wishing you all the best for a Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteDebbie, you are so sweet. Thank you for the words of encouragement and for stopping by to read and for your sweet comments! For the longest time I felt so bad because I wasn't able to post daily...but now, I took the pressure off and post when the spirit moves me and I am inspired to do so. ♥
DeleteThat's the best way and what I do as well. ♥ Life is too short to stress out over these things. Have a good weekend. :)
DeleteDebbie, I agree completely! Hope you have a great weekend too! Thanks for stopping by and for your lovely comments! ♥
DeleteJust put one foot in front of the other as each day comes on by
ReplyDeletePat, that is what I do. Thank you so much for stopping by and for your kind words of encouragement! ♥
DeleteTake each day as it comes is a fabulous philosophy! More power to you!
ReplyDeleteShailaja. thank you I will! Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteSounds like you have it all worked out for yourself. I'm with you...no resolutions and just live each day as it comes. Be happy my friend!
ReplyDeleteSusan, I am doing my best...so far so good! Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteHappy is the key, Kathy, and letting the chips fall as they may. I don't make resolutions, I choose a word for the year. For 2015, it's "wonder." How can I go wrong when in the midst of chaos and uncertainty,I retreat into my inner child and greet every mishap as opportunity?
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you, my dear!
Martha, it really is. Thanks for stopping by to read and for your sweet comments and kind words which are always an inspiration! ♥
DeleteI'm definitely not a fan of making resolutions. I think you have the right attitude, and I hope 2015 is better for you. :)
ReplyDeleteLaurel, Me too! Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteYes I am also not into making resolutions etc... As long as we know the big picture of what we want in life we have to trust the process and go with the flow of things. Too much planning and goal-setting only adds to the pressure and takes away the joy of living. Wishing you the best for 2015.
ReplyDeleteBeloo, that is why I am not a planner. As soon as I plan, everything blows up in my face. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteHappiness is definitely the best resolution, Kathy. I would love to see you writing when you have the urge to! ♥
ReplyDeleteCorinne, oh thanks! Well you will be seeing more of that! Thanks for stopping by, for your sweet comments, and for the great writing prompt that inspired this post! ♥
DeleteI agree with you kathy :) I find it difficult to keep the resolutions. So I usually avoid them, as much as I can. Better to face life head on than to set resolutions and fail in sticking by them!
ReplyDeleteSwathi, I agree! Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteI'm the same. stopped making resolutions a long time ago. Now I just go with the flow. Hope you're feeling good now.
ReplyDeleteSuzy, I still have my moments, but I am better. Thank you so much for stopping by and for your kind comments! ♥
DeleteIts the same for me.. i have no resolutions as it becomes depressing and sad if not met. I completely agree with you.
ReplyDeletekaapitimes, they certainly are. There is nothing more depressing. Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteMakes sense Kathy... I have some plans but I don't have a sketch of how and when I need to fulfil those...It's just some of my wishes that I want to fulfill and if that happens this year nothing could be better
ReplyDeleteNabanita, I hope all your wishes come true! Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteYou know what, I'm with you on the goal-setting. I don't do New Years resolutions because they are destined to fail. I kept trying to make writing goals and would be discouraged when life happened and I failed. I think living for happiness today is a great goal. I'm glad to see you post when you can and I hope your spirits remain lifted :)
ReplyDeletejannatwrites, my spirits are lifting gradually and I am feeling better about me so that's a good thing. I think a lot of it was taking the pressure off of myself..do my best and the hell with perfection. Letting things go that I can't do anything about anyways. Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments. They mean an awful lot. ♥
DeleteResolutions generally don't work and I do not set them. However, daily goals or priorities I do set as that gets things that need attention and completion. You may appreciate this post: http://xpressyouressence.blogspot.ca/2014/12/out-with-old-in-with-new_31.html ;) <3
ReplyDeleteelly, I just kind of do what I can and let go of the rest. Thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
Deletehugs hugs!!
ReplyDeleteTake each day as it comes sweetie... one day at a time. We'll get thru it!
And laugh and sing and dance!!
And I'm here whenever you feel like talking, ranting or bitch slapping someone to the moon!! :P LOL!!
Love you Kathy! Happy 2015! :)
pixie, I love you right back my dear friend! Thanks for stopping by and making me laugh with your sweet comments! ♥
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