Barely any one follows through with their new year's resolutions. Everyone says they will this year, but that rarely ever happens. Take me for an example. I've been trying to follow my new year's resolutions each year, but I never do. Heck, I don't even remember what my new year's resolution was for the year 2015. But this year, I plan on accomplishing my three goals:

Goal #1: Become more socially active.

Honestly, I have been improving this year. But I wish that I could become even more social. I truly wish to one day speak on a stage and be able to project my voice to a large audience without breaking a sweat. As a Beta officer, it's crucial to have good speaking skills since every meeting involves speaking to around three hundred people in a large auditorium without a mic. It's definitely nerve-wrecking. But I plan on breaking past the awkwardness and to boldly speak out loud. Next year, I believe I will break through this awkwardness I have when talking to people. The Beta officer board has definitely helped in addition to my Literature teacher. They all have encouraged me to speak confidently. I believe that with practice, confidence, and determination, I can truly make it to my goal. As long as I actually try, I can definitely make it.

Goal #2: Organize my schoolwork.

Honestly, this fall school semester was a mess. Everything was catastrophic. In the year of 2017, I plan on organizing the way I place my homework and notes. I also plan on using a school agenda 24/7 to keep track of all the assignments/exams I have on specific days. With this, I believe I can actually achieve my goal as long as I can consistently do it over a long period of time until it becomes a habit. Additionally, I plan on leaving encouragement notes in a small jar to cheer me up whenever I feel like I did not do well on a test or quiz. This would be able to keep me more focused.

Goal #3: Appreciate life more.

I've always been so focused on my school grades and future colleges. But when have I actually took a walk outside and took in the natural beauty all around me? Almost never. I rarely go outside. To be honest, the only time I took time to go outside and breathe in the fresh air was several weeks ago when my brother and I went to take pictures. I hope to think positively and choose to appreciate my life as it is now. I want to be grateful of all the friends and family that support me 24/7 as well as the world around me. Most importantly, I want to love myself for who I am without any insecurities.

Overall, I can't wait for next year! New year, new me!