Well, it\u2019s that time again \u2014 the new year is almost here and that means it\u2019s time for my annual New Year\u2019s Resolution blog. I know I go through this same spiel every year, but I do it to remind you not to be too hard on me when I don\u2019t live up new year\u2019s expectations\u2026.
Resolutions are a way of expressing one\u2019s desire to change something in themselves or adapt to a new challenge. We all know that very few succeed in pursuing their resolution(s) and many come up with excuses for failing to carry out their resolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Actually, I never make excuses \u2014 I only explain why keeping some of my resolutions was not possible, usually due to forces beyond my control. But nonetheless, I annually make resolutions, always with the best intentions and fully intend to keep them. I also readily admit when I fall short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I used to make a long list of resolutions \u2014 the past few years I\u2019ve shortened the list and made my resolutions more realistic\u2026. that\u2019s my plan again for 2022. A short list with a reasonable chance to succeed in keeping them all. So, here\u2019s my list for the coming year: That\u2019s my list \u2014 all admiral resolutions that I think I can achieve. It\u2019s been a tough couple of years for all of us, but once again the new year offers us a new beginning. No matter how hard the past, you can always begin again. Well, it\u2019s that time again \u2014 the new year is almost here and that means it\u2019s time for my annual New Year\u2019s Resolution blog. I know I go through this same spiel every year, but I do it to remind … Continue reading
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