I'm lulling, too, Mark, but I'm itching to get back to my writing routine! I'm really pleased to be feeling that.
I don't make resolutions - either NY or otherwise - BUT my journalling practice has evolved over time to incorporate my intentions and goals into my everyday routine without the big deal of having to balance myself precariously on a too-high resolution pedestal for 365 days on the very first day of the year.
I get that they're really helpful to many, though, and I'm not knocking them! They're just not for me!
I'm also enjoying the lull. Don't know what meme set everyone in the same foot regarding NOT grinding on the down week but I've noticed it's pretty broad based this year.
Normally I start my new objectives a month or two ahead of New Years. This is because "the industry" as it were shuts down for winter and when I realize I have something to do, why wait? This year however I have plans through late January, so thought I'd sit down to do the goal and aspiration making in early February.
Instead, this week sort of opened up naturally and so I've been sitting with my journals, sketching some stuff.
I’m not a resolution person but I usually have some goals that I keep in sight. Last year I made a digital bison board that I used as my laptop background and I’m planning on doing the same this year. I do like the idea of being accountable and having someone there to cheer you on along the way.
I’m a resolution person - I used to think they were silly, blah blah blah, but instead of focusing on mundane things, I tend to view them as a way to hit some real goals, but also open myself up to things. This year was my big “do yoga” year and it worked! I usually write down 8-10 things that range from like “do X every day” to “learn how to Y” and that gives me variety of little daily things and larger projects. I don’t put pressure on myself to make them happen, but I try to let them guide the way I want to develop the year.
So yes! If we’re creating a little space, I’m down!
The problem with New Year's Resolutions is the same problem as with New Year's parties: too much pressure to get it right.
I don't mean to be negative (though I do mean to be a little flippant and funny...), but it's important to understand *why* they don't work so you can better fix them. If we look at it as an opportunity rather than a solemn vow, I wonder how many of us would be more successful with resolutions? Something like, "This year, I'd like to take the opportunity to write that book I've been wanting to do -- schedule some writing time, putting aside other things, and really focus on getting some good work done." That way, it's a joy to do, not a chore.
Anyway. Just some random thoughts. Glad you're recharging batteries this Christmas week. Hope that any resolutions/opportunities you do forge work for you!
I'd write the difficulty a little differently: if you treat NYR as all or nothing then yes, many of us will fail because we set the bar too high, too vague or we simply quit because we slip up on a resolution in a moment of weakness. If you set a daily goal for something and you slip up 5 times, big deal! You still git 360 days of benefit during the year!
I'm lulling, too, Mark, but I'm itching to get back to my writing routine! I'm really pleased to be feeling that.
I don't make resolutions - either NY or otherwise - BUT my journalling practice has evolved over time to incorporate my intentions and goals into my everyday routine without the big deal of having to balance myself precariously on a too-high resolution pedestal for 365 days on the very first day of the year.
I get that they're really helpful to many, though, and I'm not knocking them! They're just not for me!
Happy, happy new year!
Best wishes to you for 2023, looking forward to your next post!
Happy New Year, Mark!
And to you!
I'm also enjoying the lull. Don't know what meme set everyone in the same foot regarding NOT grinding on the down week but I've noticed it's pretty broad based this year.
Normally I start my new objectives a month or two ahead of New Years. This is because "the industry" as it were shuts down for winter and when I realize I have something to do, why wait? This year however I have plans through late January, so thought I'd sit down to do the goal and aspiration making in early February.
Instead, this week sort of opened up naturally and so I've been sitting with my journals, sketching some stuff.
Happy New Year when it gets to you! I’d like to join up with your resolutions group -could use some support over the next year!
I’m not a resolution person but I usually have some goals that I keep in sight. Last year I made a digital bison board that I used as my laptop background and I’m planning on doing the same this year. I do like the idea of being accountable and having someone there to cheer you on along the way.
Happy New Year! 🎉
Happy new year!
I’m a resolution person - I used to think they were silly, blah blah blah, but instead of focusing on mundane things, I tend to view them as a way to hit some real goals, but also open myself up to things. This year was my big “do yoga” year and it worked! I usually write down 8-10 things that range from like “do X every day” to “learn how to Y” and that gives me variety of little daily things and larger projects. I don’t put pressure on myself to make them happen, but I try to let them guide the way I want to develop the year.
So yes! If we’re creating a little space, I’m down!
OK then! There's at least 4 so far!
Happy new year Mark!
Hey, same to you, hope you are well!
The problem with New Year's Resolutions is the same problem as with New Year's parties: too much pressure to get it right.
I don't mean to be negative (though I do mean to be a little flippant and funny...), but it's important to understand *why* they don't work so you can better fix them. If we look at it as an opportunity rather than a solemn vow, I wonder how many of us would be more successful with resolutions? Something like, "This year, I'd like to take the opportunity to write that book I've been wanting to do -- schedule some writing time, putting aside other things, and really focus on getting some good work done." That way, it's a joy to do, not a chore.
Anyway. Just some random thoughts. Glad you're recharging batteries this Christmas week. Hope that any resolutions/opportunities you do forge work for you!
Happy New Year!
~Graham
I'd write the difficulty a little differently: if you treat NYR as all or nothing then yes, many of us will fail because we set the bar too high, too vague or we simply quit because we slip up on a resolution in a moment of weakness. If you set a daily goal for something and you slip up 5 times, big deal! You still git 360 days of benefit during the year!