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December 26, 2011 by Spreading Joy

I Resolve to

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We need to face each day with a resolve to make it the best day ever.  We can’t always choose the happenings of the day, but we can choose our reaction to it.

We all waltz into the New Year thinking of things we want to accomplish during the year.  

I hope that my list of resolutions will inspire you to boldly resolve to make resolutions that truly matter.  

Doing this will inspire you as well as those around you.

 

I resolve to make the best of whatever comes my way each day

I resolve to smile daily, even if it’s through tears

I resolve to encourage my family to be their best, even when the worst is flooding our world

I resolve to enjoy the success of others and encourage them to keep pursuing their passion

I resolve to treat others the way I want to be treated, no wait… BETTER than I want to be treated

I resolve to be kind to those who are the meanest

I resolve to listen to my heart and not feel guilty for doing things for myself

I resolve to do what I can with what I have and enJOY it

I resolve to read a book a month (or listen…as I love audio books)

I resolve to be a positive force

I resolve to use my strengths without worry about how my weaknesses may come across

I resolve to allow my heart to sing freely

I resolve to find beauty in the Ordinary

I resolve to laugh daily….regardless (hey, if I’m gonna cry often, I may as well laugh even more)

I resolve to hug freely

I resolve to say thank you to someone daily

I resolve to learn from my mistakes

I resolve to face difficulties with courage

I resolve to let those in my world know just how important they truly are

I resolve to continue to be Matthew 5:16

I resolve to be compassionate

I resolve to let the hurt & disappointment that surrounds me to make me more determined

I resolve to keep taking the next step, even when I can’t see the path

I resolve to love, and do so freely

I resolve to celebrate the good, forgive the bad and enjoy the moment

I resolve to change what I can, fix what is wrong & find the good in the rest

I resolve to reflect on the blessings of the day at the end of the day

I resolve to celebrate small victories and push onward through challenges

I resolve to be content with what I have, while striving to improve where I can

I resolve to not allow circumstances to dictate HOW I live

I resolve to not allow guilt to eat at my heart

I resolve to stop and smell the roses when I’m near them

I resolve to believe that I’m enough and not compare myself to others

 

What are some of your resolutions?  Please encourage others by sharing them below.

 

Here is a free PDF of this article. 


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Comments

  1. 1

    Brian says

    December 26, 2011 at 10:46 pm

    I don’t usually make any resolutions. They never seem to work out.
    However, for ’12 I’m hoping to…
    …start my own business.
    …get a new (or used) car.
    …move.
    (Not necessarily in that order.)

    Reply
    • 2

      Bob Thibodeau says

      December 31, 2014 at 10:22 am

      Those are great resolutions, Brian. If you believe you will – you CAN!

      Reply
      • 3

        Spreading Joy says

        January 22, 2015 at 3:05 pm

        Thanks Bob!! thanks for the encouragement!

        Reply
  2. 4

    Angie says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:48 am

    Marie,

    Wow, I absolutely LOVE this! Did I say LOVE it cause I really love it LOL.
    I defiantly have to print some of the pdf’s out. And would it be okay, if I re-posted on my blog?
    {{HUGS}}

    Reply
  3. 5

    Angie says

    December 27, 2011 at 12:53 am

    Couple things I would add off the top of my head is
    I resolve to
    …do better than I did last year
    …let go of things I should of a long time ago

    Reply
  4. 6

    David Humphreys says

    December 27, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Some people seem to think that I’m ‘A Good Person’…

    I’ll try to live up to their expectations

    …even though I don’t think I am :s

    Reply
  5. 7

    Jarrod @ Optimistic Journey says

    January 7, 2012 at 11:19 pm

    Great list of Resolutions. I love how they how deep meaning and how they’re not superficial. This year, I resolve to try to be a little more selfless. To be more responsible, genuine and to smile more.

    Reply
  6. 8

    Chasing Joy says

    January 9, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    These are absolutly great resolutions!!! I really like all of them. Inspiring.

    Reply
  7. 9

    Lux G. says

    March 22, 2016 at 1:19 am

    Much doable and practical. 🙂
    Lux G. recently posted..Fashion Rules You Should Break Immediately

    Reply
  8. 10

    Christine says

    March 26, 2016 at 7:59 pm

    A very comprehensive, great list of ideas, Marie! So many simple things we can do to make this world a better, happier place! Keep spreading that JOY that you do, Marie! Blessings!
    Christine recently posted..GOALS

    Reply
  9. 11

    Mihaela Echols says

    March 29, 2016 at 12:57 pm

    Really encouraging I’m sharing this.

    Reply
  10. 12

    Matilda Dennis Quaicoe says

    March 30, 2016 at 5:01 am

    These are very interesting resolutions. Usually we don’t resolve to work on our character. Al though such resolutions can be quite difficult at times, they yield the best results. I pray you can really achieve everything you set out to achieve this year. All the best.

    Reply
  11. 13

    Megan Darda says

    March 30, 2016 at 9:07 am

    This is a great reminder to start everyday with a positive outlook. Thanks for the encouragement!
    Megan Darda recently posted..Crockpot Spicy Chili

    Reply
  12. 14

    Anna Harris says

    March 30, 2016 at 6:26 pm

    I love this post. Such a great reminder of the little things we can do each day to make our life and the lives those around us better. Thank you for this reminder!!
    Anna Harris recently posted..Backyard Update & Easter Fun

    Reply
  13. 15

    Tara says

    March 30, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    Great resolutions! I especially like not letting your circumstances dictate how you live. Great reminders for us all!

    Reply
  14. 16

    Chari says

    March 30, 2016 at 7:58 pm

    I love these! Especially: I resolve to smile daily, even if it’s through tears. I really made me smile. 🙂

    Thanks for sharing!
    Chari recently posted..5 Awesome Books About Living Your Purpose!

    Reply
  15. 17

    Heather says

    January 9, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    I may not be a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions, but I love these.
    Heather recently posted..Introducing Candid Conversations

    Reply
  16. 18

    Amy Hagerup says

    January 9, 2017 at 8:47 pm

    Great reminder using all the commands with “resolve.” So cool. I’m going to think of that as I start out each day.
    Amy Hagerup recently posted..Earthing: Walking Barefoot Outside Can Boost Your Health

    Reply
  17. 19

    Andrea says

    January 9, 2017 at 8:51 pm

    In 2017, I resolve to be more of the woman that God wants me to be 🙂

    Reply
  18. 20

    Kay says

    January 9, 2017 at 8:54 pm

    Amen! Love this post! We all need some good resolutions!

    Reply
  19. 21

    Victoria Guyadeen says

    January 9, 2017 at 9:11 pm

    I resolve to get stronger, learn more, and always look for ways to bless others.

    Reply
  20. 22

    Kristi says

    January 10, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    Oh I love this so much! About 20 years ago, I heard someone say “Create a great day!” And thought that’s it. We don’t have to allow what happens during the day to determine our attitude, we get to make the most of it! I’ve said that phrase ever since.
    Kristi recently posted..The Secret to a Successful Quiet Bag

    Reply
  21. 23

    Alex says

    January 11, 2017 at 5:17 am

    How beautiful to be so intentional about choosing the best things in life!
    Alex recently posted..Two Journaling Bibles: A Review!

    Reply

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