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.
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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.)
Those are great resolutions, Brian. If you believe you will – you CAN!
Thanks Bob!! thanks for the encouragement!
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}}
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
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
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.
These are absolutly great resolutions!!! I really like all of them. Inspiring.
Much doable and practical. 🙂
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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!
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Really encouraging I’m sharing this.
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.
This is a great reminder to start everyday with a positive outlook. Thanks for the encouragement!
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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!!
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Great resolutions! I especially like not letting your circumstances dictate how you live. Great reminders for us all!
I love these! Especially: I resolve to smile daily, even if it’s through tears. I really made me smile. 🙂
Thanks for sharing!
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I may not be a big fan of New Year’s Resolutions, but I love these.
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Great reminder using all the commands with “resolve.” So cool. I’m going to think of that as I start out each day.
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In 2017, I resolve to be more of the woman that God wants me to be 🙂
Amen! Love this post! We all need some good resolutions!
I resolve to get stronger, learn more, and always look for ways to bless others.
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.
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How beautiful to be so intentional about choosing the best things in life!
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