My Top Ten New Year's Resolutions For 2009
Judy Ramsook
December 19, 2008
When a journalist friend of mine recently asked me come up with a one or more New Year´s resolutions to include in an article she is working on, I got to thinking about a few. For making and sticking to a New Year Resolution is indicative of giving up something, usually a bad habit.
The most common as we all know are: Cutting back on the consumption of alcohol (if you consume too much of it, that is.) Losing weight or dieting. And giving up or cutting back on smoking tobacco. So these three will not be included on my list because I am sure people are tired of hearing about them. And speaking of that list, here are my top ten New Year´s Resolutions for 2009:
One: Try not to ignore your friends and loved ones by being too consumed with checking your gadget for recent text messages, missed calls, etc. when you are in the presence of your friends and loved ones. Most people are now addicted to their cellphones and other communicating devices so much so that the people around them might feel a bit ignored sometimes.
Two: Try to leave the stress behind. Sometimes some of us have so many things to do that we tend to become overwhelmed. That´s when stress can set in, stress you don´t need. So try to tackle those activities one at a time if you can, even make a check list if you have to. It´s way easier than bringing all that stress on yourself.
Three: Accept you for you. People will criticize and judge you no matter where you go. Try not to let their negativity get to you.
Four: At the same time, it´s not easy, but try not to be too judgemental of others.
Five: Check your loved ones´ mood at the door. Being upset or angry with your spouse, mate or friend is one thing, but verbally laying it all on them at the end of the work day is another. Try and give them a few moments before doing so, for you never know what kind of day they had. Maybe they had a tangle with a co worker or got fired or laid off.
Six: Take some time out for Nature. Our technological gadgets may keep us indoors most of the time, but every once in a while take some time out for Nature. Take a little stroll, get some fresh air, etc.
Seven: Try not to become too depressed about anything for too long. If you realise this is taking place, try doing something that will cheer you up. Listen to some music, watch television, read or do something else you enjoy.
Eight: Don´t deprive yourself of things you enjoy. Having an entire pie in one sitting can be bad for you. So have a slice, at least this way you won´t be depriving yourself of this one thing you enjoy.
Nine: Remember to pay someone else a compliment once in a while. For the smile you put on their face just might make their day a brighter one.
Ten: But most of all, remember who you are and we want you all back here in 2010 and beyond, so have yourselves a safe and happy 2009!
Merry Christmas!!!
The most common as we all know are: Cutting back on the consumption of alcohol (if you consume too much of it, that is.) Losing weight or dieting. And giving up or cutting back on smoking tobacco. So these three will not be included on my list because I am sure people are tired of hearing about them. And speaking of that list, here are my top ten New Year´s Resolutions for 2009:
One: Try not to ignore your friends and loved ones by being too consumed with checking your gadget for recent text messages, missed calls, etc. when you are in the presence of your friends and loved ones. Most people are now addicted to their cellphones and other communicating devices so much so that the people around them might feel a bit ignored sometimes.
Two: Try to leave the stress behind. Sometimes some of us have so many things to do that we tend to become overwhelmed. That´s when stress can set in, stress you don´t need. So try to tackle those activities one at a time if you can, even make a check list if you have to. It´s way easier than bringing all that stress on yourself.
Three: Accept you for you. People will criticize and judge you no matter where you go. Try not to let their negativity get to you.
Four: At the same time, it´s not easy, but try not to be too judgemental of others.
Five: Check your loved ones´ mood at the door. Being upset or angry with your spouse, mate or friend is one thing, but verbally laying it all on them at the end of the work day is another. Try and give them a few moments before doing so, for you never know what kind of day they had. Maybe they had a tangle with a co worker or got fired or laid off.
Six: Take some time out for Nature. Our technological gadgets may keep us indoors most of the time, but every once in a while take some time out for Nature. Take a little stroll, get some fresh air, etc.
Seven: Try not to become too depressed about anything for too long. If you realise this is taking place, try doing something that will cheer you up. Listen to some music, watch television, read or do something else you enjoy.
Eight: Don´t deprive yourself of things you enjoy. Having an entire pie in one sitting can be bad for you. So have a slice, at least this way you won´t be depriving yourself of this one thing you enjoy.
Nine: Remember to pay someone else a compliment once in a while. For the smile you put on their face just might make their day a brighter one.
Ten: But most of all, remember who you are and we want you all back here in 2010 and beyond, so have yourselves a safe and happy 2009!
Merry Christmas!!!