While You're Waiting for 2010

I’ve been hearing, “I’m so glad 2009 is going to be over” from countless individuals, both friends and strangers.  I agree, this was not the best year ever but when that clock ticks over to a new decade how much will everything really change?  Psychologically, we associate a new year with a new beginning when in actuality, we’re carrying over what we learned from the present year into the future.  If 2009 just didn’t go your way or you want to forget about it completely, take time to understand where you went wrong and how you can make it right.  Then, you can begin to take steps for using the clean slate of 2010 to your advantage.

Get in Gear for the New Year

Once we get over the hurdles of Christmas, the focus moves into New Year’s celebrations.  New Year’s is not an excuse to drink excessively and kiss a bunch of random strangers when the clock tolls Midnight.  It’s a lovely day to reflect on the previous year and toast how you'll carry success forward into the new year. 

This coming year, we’re fortunate to not only be ending a year but also ending decade.   I was incorrect earlier when I said 2010 was the beginning of a new decade.  

It's Christmas Week: Do You Know Where Your Self Is?

Ah, Christmas week.  The final week of long lines, frantic gift-buying, wrapping, menu planning and detail-making.  Look in the mirror and “knock-knock” on the glass.  Who is there?  Is it the person you want to see?  If not, it may be time for a little change.  If it is the person you want to see, congratulate yourself for successfully managing your self during a time that turns some people into something other than their true self.