Resolutions? Whaaaa?- January 2, 2013
Yes, this is a resolution post. It’s January 2nd for pete’s sake! It was either write this blog post or go to the gym where I would have to wait an hour for an elliptical machine. “Ain’t nobody got time for that!” So let’s just go with it, shall we?
I heard it said recently that “goals not written down are just wishes.” So true! Some of my goals for 2013 are very personal, others mundane. I won’t bother you with them here, but I wrote them down elsewhere. I’m not wishing 2013 away. “Ain’t nobody got time for that!” (Wait, I’m starting to think that reference too 2012. You think?)
Anyway, I read a lot of blogs today about resolutions, or choosing a single word that describes a theme for the year 2013. I’ve come up with my word.
Question
Yep, as in asking questions. Instead of resolutions, I’m asking questions. Everyday I will ask myself this series of questions. I made most of them open ended. For example, I’m not going to ask myself, “Did you eat healthy today?’ But, instead I will ask, “What healthy food choices did you make today.” It forces me to think about my decisions. Here is my list of daily questions for 2013.
- What did you thank God for in your prayers today?
- What did you do today to show Greyson and Charlotte you love and appreciate them?
- When did you pet the dog?
- What did you do at work that accomplished a task or showed leadership?
- What step did you take to make your blog better?
- How many blogs did you comment on today?
- What healthy foods did you eat?
- How did you get exercise today?
- What junk did you get out of your car?
Is this a good idea? Do you think I can do it? Should I add to this list? What questions are you asking yourself in 2013?
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Ohh I LOVE this idea! And I love the way you worded the questions so they need a real answer. Get it!
Thanks! I’ve already been questioning like crazy!
Oooh me likey. What a great idea!
Thanks! I think it works for me.
LOVE this approach! Great way to keep your intentions & your actions in check!