More people seem to hate on resolutions than actually make them... it used to be ironic to resolve not to make a resolution. Now it just seems like that's what everyone does. Well, I love making resolutions! And I'm not the least bit bothered if or when I fail. I guess that's why I enjoy making them!
Last year I resolved to read 50 books in one year. Technically, I failed. I only read 45. But, I just can't see how enjoying 45 books can be seen as a failure. Considering that 25% of American adults didn't read a single book last year, I'm pretty thrilled with 45!
So I say: Aim High! Even if I don't quite hit my goal, I will have done something!
This year's resolution shall be.... (drumroll please...)
I will aim to run and/or hike 1000 miles this year.
(This goal is pretty unrealistic, and 750 would be more reasonable. But I think 1000 sounds cooler. So I may be here this time next year, confessing my failure. It is entirely possible that I will only have ran and/or hiked 813 miles. But I still think that is pretty awesome!)
What is your goal for the new year?
2 comments:
I am with you about making resolutions and not achieving them. That is why I am resolving to pick up a heroin addiction. That way when I fail, its actually a victory!
The reason I don't usually make resolutions is because I already think of myself enough, and to make a year-long self-focused goal doesn't seem wise for me.
However, after expressing this to Erik, he said there are plenty of resolutions that are God-focused. Like, spend more time with the family, read the Bible more and together as a family, etc.
I think failure at a resolution is a good thing! It means you keep on trying!
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