Fall Goals:
Be Thankful, Be Forgiving
There are many challenges in this season, from gifts to events to generally creating holiday magic, even if I’m not feeling it. I resolve to forgive myself and cultivate a spirit of gratitude in all I do: Maybe not all the decorations went up? The house will still look great. Maybe the dinners were not as elaborate as I planned? The food will still be delicious, and the people around the table are the most important part anyway. I hope to celebrate successes, let negativity go, and hold those closest to me as tight as they’ll allow me to.
Mine might not be the traditional approach to resolutions, but I believe this gentle approach will help me reach my goals. Give the January resolutions a rest and pace yourself. You have a whole year of living to do. Resolve to be happy while you’re doing it.