By: Martin R. Lemieux
As we all reflect on this past year, one thing remains constant; growth was the main focus of the year for all of us globally. I've seen humans all around do things they would never of thought possible, while others have stood up for causes that in the past, might of not been noticed, or heard.
If you haven’t noticed a difference and shift in the world, I think it’s time you wake up! Look around you my friend, people are changing, and so should you too. The world needs you! If you think you’re safe in your own little home-bound bubble, think again. There isn’t a place on earth that cannot feel global changes happening all around us.
Tune in, be active, stay in the now, and keep up with changing times for the New Year.
Why New Year’s Resolutions Don't Work:
We all make so many promises to ourselves all the time, not just on that one special day a year. Granted, even more so for our "new year’s resolution", but why do you need a new year to promise to be; a better person, more caring soul, to help more people, to change inside, or to release the daemons within?
Notice I didn't mention a single thing about; quitting smoking, getting thinner, or saving more money? Those menial things mean absolutely nothing to the soul, pretending that those things are going to make you happy is probably the root cause of your unhappiness in life. I'm here to tell you to let go of those things, and just use this New Year to reflect on how you can be a better person in 2014.
See we don't need a new year to make promises to ourselves and to each other that we never intend on keeping! Instead, use that energy in something much more productive.
The Change Moving Forward:
On a sheet of blank paper, use a ruler to line out three separate columns equally. On the left, add "Things I'm not proud of:” in the middle, add "Things I will do differently:", and finally on the right, add "How I will accomplish this!" With these three columns, write down all the events you wish to reflect on for 2013, which will go with you for 2014.
Do this and keep this paper with you everywhere you go. This one small sheet of paper is your commitment to yourself that will ensure you do not repeat the same mistakes in the New Year.
See a "new year" really is just a new day, except, we can distinguish it because of the parties, gatherings, cheers, and global events going on right in front of us. Aside from that, it's just another day, so why then do we make this day even more different than the last? See in order for you to be a better person, be more successful, or to change your life around, this needs to be a daily event, not just something you promise yourself once a year.
Grow Your Connections:
One way to guarantee you change is to ensure that you change your environment around you. This year I promised myself that I would become more spiritual. In the matter of less than a year, I've made many, many connections all over the world. My contacts have exploded, and my network of friends has changed into something I never dreamed possible.
To change yourself, change your connections. Stop hanging around the losers that keep you, hold you back from being who you want to be. As I always say, and live by "either you change with me, or lose me to change!" < < < Such a profound statement, and one that takes a lot of courage to do.
For those of you who know me personally, know that I would give the shirt off my back to anyone who asked! My door is ALWAYS open! People are always welcome, but the minute you try to; pull me back, pull me down, bring me down, or make me feel bad, I will drop you like an old car waiting to be compressed into something new.
Sound a little harsh? Well is should and shouldn't, since you control your happiness, no one else can. Connections you have in your life should enhance that happiness and joy, not suppress it. So as you go forth and create your list for the New Year, remember; possessions mean nothing, connections mean everything.
Namaste & Have a Happy New Year!
Martin R. Lemieux
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