Now
that the Christmas decorations are packed away, it is time to move on into
2017. Anyone who knows me will not be
surprised that I make yearly goals, lists and lists of things that “GOTTA” get
done.
These
are not resolutions, those pesky things people profess to do then abandon by
mid-February. Unlike the forgotten
exercise equipment, the unused gym membership, or the hobby accessories that
get thrown away at Easter, my “GOTTAS” are based on goals that will get
done. It is do or die. Literally.
G
– these Goals are contingent on dates, amounts, and completion. They are Gaugeable. I have to lose ten lbs.
to be at the weight for my height. I
lost thirty-five lbs. last year; I will lose another ten this year.
O
– these goals are of Obvious necessity for my own physical, emotional, and
spiritual well-being. I need less
stress; more fun. I need to do something
Out-of-the-box; learn something new to stay young and healthy. I must do new
things or else I will become obsolete.
T
– these goals are painful Truths, things I should admit to and demand for
myself. I must give myself permission, power, and priority when overwhelmed by
the wants of others.
T
– these goals are Time-bound; Time is of the essence; not only for someone of
my age but for anyone with a goal in life. I am not getting any younger, any
more flexible, any more energetic. I do
not have that many years left to get everything done on my bucket list.
A
– these goals must have an element of Altruism, unselfishness, giving
forward. I mustn’t forget to share my
good fortune with those who aren’t as blessed. My brain years for Art and
creativity. My right brain would like a
go at it after years of left brain dominance.
S
– this goal yearns for Spirituality and calmness of spirit. It yearns for less Stress and more Smiles, enjoyment
of a life well-lived. The new year provides
a chance to Start over and try Something New.
So
here they are – my GOTTAS. Based on this
criterion, I am scratching things off my lists and adding others. No sin in admitting that what worked last
year will not make it onto the list this year.
Happy
New Year to you.
Comments
Post a Comment