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5 Things To Leave Behind In 2018

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Suzanne Dabage
Jan 02, 2018
University of Florida
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At the end of 2016, so many people were talking about how terrible of a year it was and how 2017 would be incredible; we couldn't wait for 2017 to start. Looking back now, some of the people predicting how great 2017 would be, now regret their early expectations for the year. It didn't turn out as great as they had originally planned. This cycle happens every 365 days. Going into 2018, everyone has different thoughts about 2017, but at least we know we have made it yet another year. Some had amazing years and some dealt with some difficult issues. Here are some definite things that can and should be left behind when we enter into 2018.

1. Negative Energy

Negative energy is never good. Whether it's you or someone else transmitting this energy on a daily basis, it never ends well. If you know someone who is always negative, you may agree that this person brings everyone else down with the negativity. We can all work on leaving this behind for the new year to come.

2. Complaining

We are all guilty of constantly complaining about things. Whether you do it consciously or not, it hurts you and those around you. Being grateful is something to constantly work at and leaving behind complaining puts us in a good spot for 2018.

3. Bad Attitudes

If you have a bad apple on a team, it hurts the whole team. Bad attitudes work in exactly the same way because they are way more contagious than a good attitude. If one person has a bad attitude, most around them will adopt it or it will hurt the morale of the people around them.

4. Bad Friends

Friends are people who always have your back no matter what. They support you, laugh with you, cry with you and love you for who you are. You need people around you who can fill those shoes. Don't settle for anything less than that. If you have people in your life who aren't true friends, it's time to let them go and move on.

5. Toxic Relationships

Toxic relationships have many shapes and sizes. Find someone who brings out the best in you and get rid of the others. A new year means no need for relationships that hurt you. It's important to find relationships, friends and family that are the real deal and love you unconditionally.

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