Resolutions – Be Kind to Yourself
Though it is my goal not to make resolutions this year, perhaps this is one I will try to keep, be kind to yourself.
Bascially, all the things I would resolve to do are already things I am trying to do – eat healthier, exercise more, get more organized, save more money.
Funny thing I’ve found about resolutions. When you’re feeling good, they are easy to keep. When life, as it inevitably does, adds stress, they become harder. I suppose those are the times that challenge us – to keep the resolutions even through the hard times.
But, I’ve been through a very hard year. I have lost someone very very dear to me, perhaps the most dear.
That has set into motion a chain of events that have been extremely painful and stressful. Unfortunately, stress has a way of kicking everything into overdrive – including any physical problems like fibromyalgia.
There is no way out of certain things. For me, the only way is to try to stay in the present moment as much as possible and take things one step at a time. Try to find support in whatever way you can, whether that be through friends, family or faith.
Looking at everything all at once becomes too overwhelming and really is self-defeating in many ways for me. Just one step at a time.
And above all, be kind to yourself, love yourself, give yourself a break. There is another side to all this, focus on that. Think of how good you will feel and focus on the positive.
I write this for myself and for anyone going through anything similar. Sometimes the best resolution is to be kind to ourselves.
I wish everyone a wonderful 2013!
Hi Debra, I totally agree, live for the moment. When times get rough, see others ways that you are blessed. My New Year resolution is to tackle my problems in a different way than I have in the past. You know what they say, if you try the same thing and it ends in failure.. maybe you should try a different way.
Good luck with your resolution! Staying positive really effects everything in life and I can without a doubt see it encouraging you to be successful with your goals.
I’m sorry for your loss.It is always easy to forget to be kind to yourself.Always trying to please others. I’ve found that if I’m not happy I can’t make anyone else happy either.
When you believe that you have one all you can do – try to relax and treat yourself. Stay optimistic and stick to your goals.
You’re right. When life gets tough we often forget to take care of ourselves. Good luck with your goal!
I’m sorry for your loss. I hope 2013 is a better year for you. It’s definitely easy to let stress and tough times lead you into a downward spiral–I’ve been there too.
Happy New Year! If everyone were kinder to themselves, and others, the world would be a happier place!
Love this post. I’m sorry for your loss.
Sorry for you loss but living in the moment is the best idea. Happy New Years to you!
So sorry for your loss 🙁 I think that being kind to yourself is truly the most important resolution you can make.
Great post 🙁 but I’m sorry for your loss
yes be kind to your self, you are what keeps you going, have too
thanks for the post
Sympathies on your loss. I think in times of great stress it’s very easy to focus so much on responding to the problem that it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself. It’s something I’m going to try and keep in mind during the coming year.
Best wishes for 2013.
I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my best friend of 11+ years on January 2nd of this year. I am still having a hard time coping. I have noticed that while I am grieving, I have tended to be very hard on myself… so that is something I need to work on
Sometimes this is easier said than done but something that we should all aim to do!
That’s a wonderful generic resolution. You can never be too kind to yourself! Good luck to you this year and I hope 2013 is great for you.
hopefully I can be kind to myself too.
That’s a great resolution. Wishing you much luck in 2013!
That’s a great sentiment, and I wish you a happy new year too.
Be kind. To yourself and to others.
That’s a great resolution
I think we should all make a definite effort to take care of ourselves each and every day. Sorry to hear about your loss.
I hope your fibro relents for you. I know how debilitating that can be for people!
That is the best Resolution I have heard yet!
I am sorry for your loss. I can sympathize with you about your Fibro as I live day to day with it as well. I say I live life one day at a time, as that is all I can do or give.
A great resolution! I wish you the best!
That’s superb! All the best!!
Yes, I agree a great resolution.
I am so sorry for your loss. This is a great resolution!
I’m sorry for your loss – I wish you the best on your resolution!
Happy New Year! Excellent resolution! Yes it’s harder when things are harder, but we must always be kind and generous to our spirits!
I am so sorry for your loss and wish you the best in this new year.
I’m sorry for your loss!
That is the best resolution I have ever, ever heard. Most ppl are too hard on themselves, and hard driving resolutions that are more like whips to crack over you and then make you feel guilty.