Hmmmm. So here’s the thing. I don’t really buy into resolutions – no shade to the people they work for, but for me it’s kind of like picking a TBR. The very second I make that firm decision whatever I chose instantly becomes completely unappealing. So I’m actually less likely to read whatever I chose or do whatever I resolved to. I’ve never had any success with them. On top of which, the last few years have been rough. So things like resolving to eat more kale or do pilates twice a week or learn a new hobby just don’t give me any kind of feelings, because I’m still filled with a kind of existential dread. My goal for this year? Survive it. Still be here for 2024. That’s really it at this point. This year I’m looking down the barrel of a medical procedure for a family member that’s scaring me to death, moving to a neighbourhood that has me totally isolated (I don’t drive) and a lot of uncertainty around my health. So yeah, survival is as high as my reach hits this year.
I hope you are in a better position, and that you are, in fact, planning to take on a new hobby or take up pilates. I’d love to hear some more optimistic goals, and I’m cheering for them. I’m just not there yet myself. I’m working on it. Maybe that’s a goal? Feel less like I’m waiting for catastrophe? Who knows. Anyway, feel free to share your own thoughts on the matter, whether you’re yay or nay on the concept of resolutions, and not only what you’re resolving this year, but if you have anything exciting you’re looking forward to! I’d love to hear it all!
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I’d say after the last couple years in general – especially combined with your situation – ‘just’ surviving is an admirable goal. I hope you manage it, and send positive vibes through to you and your family member. I hope you have as safe as year as possible.
Having spent the last couple of years in survival mode myself, I’m aiming for living and enjoying this year. Taking the time to do the things I enjoy doing and rediscovering my love for them.
Thank you. It has been a rough time for everyone – and many far more than me. I know I’m lucky in so many ways. But it’s still been a challenge! I hope you are able to relax a bit and re-immerse yourself in your favourite passtimes! I hope 2023 is better than the last two for you as well.
Surviving is a worthy goal…. sending all the wishes for you for this year and hope you come out in 2024 in a better place.
Thank you so much. That means a lot. I hope your 2023 is better than the last couple of years and that you are able to enjoy it, whatever your goals for the year!
Thinking of you and your relative. May 2023 be an easy year for you.
Thank you! I hope you have a fantastic 2023, both in life stuff and with your reading, of course! <3