In more recent years, I have begun to use the word "goals" instead of "resolutions". Whether one considers it the same thing or not, is not of much importance to me. The only reason why I have made that small change in name is because of the stereotypes of my, and others, attempts at starting something new, only to stop relatively quickly afterward.
I love the new year in that it provides me something to look forward to beginning - a hard date to look towards and start it strongly in mind. All of my focus and energy waits like a bull getting ready to be released at a rodeo from his gate. This helps me launch out strong. Here is where most get tripped up. They start strong, but do not have a plan to sustain the new goal they have stepped out towards. A plan is needed. Not just a plan, but something in writing and with a gathered circle of accountability to help stay the course.
Ultimately, the motivation, desire, and actual work must come from within - the new goal cannot merely be a wish, but a genuine heart that aches to see change and the willingness to do whatever and go through whatever to see that new goal come to fruition.
Hi @gabemunozoc
Most of all: I'm sorry for such a late reply. And thank you for your comment.
I was also wondering how do you handle stress and frustration once you realize that you cannot reach your goals and targets?
Yours
Piotr
I handle stress by working out everyday. That is becoming my time alone to focus on me. While I workout, I am able to let my mind wonder and sort of get lost. One challenge however, is sometimes, if being honest, I can also drift my thoughts into thinking about problems. So I have to put focused energy into allowing my mind to drift positively. I think about where I'm at in life, what maybe I've fallen short on, how to rebound, and how can I improve.
If I begin to realize I am falling short on my goals and targets, I regroup my mind, cast out negativity, and figure out a game plan to get back on track. If I simply don't meet my goals, I always try and figure out why. Once I pinpoint the why, I can figure out how to reconfigure my plan.
Hi @gabemunozoc
Excellent solution. Is there any particular sport you do? I love western boxing.
Thanks for replying to my previous comment. I always appreciate people who engage back.
ps.
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Yours
Piotr