It’s a big no for me, thank you.
The thing is, usually, NY resolutions are about a big deal and I need to be ready to commit myself to whatever.
I need to feel, deeply, it’s the right time and I’m in the right moment.
I have to be very honest with myself, but that’s not an issue.
At that point, when I’m ready, I start working on what I want to change and I’m unbudgeable. I don’t sway, I don’t get distracted and by all means, I’m a lost cause to temptations.
If I decide I don’t want to eat chocolate and I’m ready to commit, you can be sure, 100%, I will not have chocolate. Ever. Well, until I decide I can have it again.
Deadlines and planning are where I give my best (it goes without saying I’m a plotter, not a pantser. I get anxious only thinking about starting a book without knowing where it all goes and when something happens).
(Also, not one for surprises).
Funnily enough. I am changing a lot of things right now (Check out my FB Grpus for more), writing-wise, and it’s happening with the new year, but I’ve been working toward those changes and new ventures for the better part of 6 months now and it all coalesced now when it happens to be New Year.
Did I plan for that?
Nope, but it happened this way.
Now tell me, are you for NY Resolutions? How is your experience with those?
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I enjoy making New Year’s Resolutions as more of a tradition, but the reality is, you can make goals for yourself at any time of year! Whenever you choose! You got it! But, I don’t think I could ever NOT eat chocolate. That’ll never be a goal for me! lol Good luck with your writing this year! 🙂
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chocolate is never – ever- at risk. 🙂
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There is definitely something to be said for waiting until you’re ready! 🙂
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LOL… I like the way you think!
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Thank you!!!
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I think that in life and all things moderation is the key. Good luck with your changes!
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I’m a firm believer that in medio stat virtus so I’ll stick with reasonable 🙂
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I love this! Fellow plotter here (and also, fellow surprise hater), and I can relate to the anxiety of not knowing what the story will be or how it will end before you’ve even begun. However, I am trying to give it ago – just writing and seeing where it takes me.
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You’re brave… I maybe try for a short story but nothing more.
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It’s hard. I find myself going over what I’ve written, trying to ‘find the story’. Perhaps it’s something practice will make perfect. 🙂
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I gave birth to two (stinky cute) humans (different times, never easy) and after that, I’m into not doing bad things to myself 🤣 I feel like I paid my due …
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Ooof… yes I’d say that qualifies as dues well paid 😂
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The little one is 2 and she’s still holding me hostage so technically, I’m still paying… 🤣🤣🤣
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We have an 18 year old… prepare yourself… it never stops 😐😃
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Ah, man… I once watched a TV show and this character said “being parents is like jail without parole, we’re never out.” And even if I wouldn’t make anything different from what I did, I can’t help but sympathize.
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YES! Exactly this. They’re worth it… they are… 🤣
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🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Yes. They. Are. They really are.
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Hi! I love your post! I am currently working on my self-discipline because I am very much into planning and have become derailed in the past. My goals and plans are not resolutions, though. I do not think I could stop eating chocolate! I have plans for a healthier diet, but everything can fit in moderation for me.
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Taking small steps is key to accomplish a goal.
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It definitely needs to be the right time for me. It also helps me if I don’t focus on the resolution itself, but on what positive thing made me want to make that resolution in the first place.
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I am also a planner, so I’m with you on that.
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It’s jus so much easier!
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