2012 New Years Resolutions
Let it go, Live in the moment. I felt as though I spent the majority of 2011 in reactionary mode with no time to catch my balance. Just reacting. For someone who likes to be in control this was horrible. While I’m proud of the decisions made in 2011, the majority of the year was spent with my stomach in knots worrying about the future. Now this year - my goal - is to let it all go. I want to live more in the moment - to be open to change and worry less along the way. There are things in life you can’t plan for and in those times you just need to trust the process.
Now for the less significant fun ones…
Spend less on things, More on experiences. I don’t need for anything(s). What I am really yearning for in my life is more experience. More travel. More memories. More laughter. Not stuff.
Buy timeless, Buy what will last. The last thing I need is another anything from Zara or H&M. I look into a closet of shrinking, pilling, unwearable clothing and it makes me really upset. I’m going to challenge myself to save up and spend on timeless items that will last forever (or at least longer than 3 washes).
Cook more, Go out less. I don’t think I’m ever as fulfilled in life as when I’m feeding the people I care about. This year I really want to challenge myself and my culinary skills by trying new recipes and feeding more friends + family. I’m hoping this might also result in saving money, but that’s not really the point. It’s about refining the skill, curating the experience, and knowing I have a way to make the people I care about happy.
