1. “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.”
-Thomas Edison
No matter how tough life may seem, no matter how many times you are knocked down to the ground, get right back up because success is just around the corner. Do not miss out on any opportunities because times get hard. Believe in yourself and you can accomplish anything you put your mind to. Take 2015 as the year that you don’t say, “No” but rather, “Yes, I can.”
2. “Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly and get on with improving your other innovations.”
–Steve Jobs
Mistakes are a part of human nature. Do not ignore them and pretend like they never happened. Recognize your mistakes, realize they happened, and learn from it. The only way you will ever grow is to learn from your past, confront it face-to-face, and move on. Let 2015 be the year of growth and acceptance.
3. “Always forgive your enemies. Nothing annoys them more.”
–Oscar Wilde
Be the bigger person this year. Take the high road. Apologize to those who you have wronged or you have some “beef” with. The act of forgiveness will make your year happier and much less stressful.
4. “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself, any direction you choose.”
–Dr. Seuss
Believe in your abilities as a student, employee, employer, and as a person. You can achieve anything you put your mind to. Show off your talents and work on your weaknesses. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that you can’t. You can. You have the “brains” to do it and the “feet” to get yourself there.
5. “Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will spend its whole life believing it is stupid.”
–Albert Einstein
Let 2015 be a year where you stop comparing yourself to other people. Showcase your strengths but also accept your flaws. You are a person and people make mistakes. Don’t judge yourself by the “norm.” The norm should be what makes you happy and what makes you comfortable. Be happy this year just being you. There is no one like you so don’t try to be like someone else.
6. “I don’t have perfect teeth, I’m not stick thin. I want to be the person who feels great in her body and can say that she loves it and doesn’t want to change anything.”
–Emma Watson
Perfection is not short of flaws. Perfection is happiness. Perfection is confidence. Perfection is you being you; so let 2015 be the year of you. Love yourself and everything you have to offer. Lead a path of uniqueness, that fits who you are and who you want to become.
7. “I have this blank canvas in front of me, which is what my life can be.” –Lea Michele
This is a new year. A time where you can start a new chapter, rewriting the first page of the book. This is your opportunity to write a new 365 page book the way you want it to be written. Become anything you want but most importantly, believe in everything you do.
8. “Dreaming is free. And it’s fun. So do it!”
–Lupita Nyong’o
Dream big! Forget about the limitations and restrictions of 2014. Dreaming small takes the same energy as dreaming big. The sky is limit and you are the one-way ticket to your own happiness and success.
9. “There’s a reason why you’re called an ex. I crossed you off my list.”
–Zoe Saldana
Forget about your old relationships. 2015 should be a year where you are focused on yourself. Be thankful for your past partners and learn from the relationships that may not have worked out. Realize what you want in life and in love and go for it! Do not regret anything you have done. It is over and done with. Only look to the future and the wonderful life you have left to live.
10. “You’re not meant to do what is easy. You’re meant to challenge yourself.”
–Justin Timberlake
Most importantly, let 2015 be a year of self-growth. Challenge yourself beyond means. Prove to not only yourself but also the world what you have to offer. Start of the new year with “ no ragrets” and a vision. Let this vision be one of self-worth and unprecedented achievements. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
