Another year of resetting last year's New Year's resolutions that you won't achieve. Wrong! If you haven't thought about what you want your New Year's resolutions to be yet, then you're behind. I've already got a long list of them, along with my plan of action and deadlines. A lot of people like to say that if they never set goals they'll have nothing to be disappointed about. Although that can be true goal setting is essential for growth and success. How do you think Beyonce took over the world? Without having a plan? Or, maybe she's just lucky. I don't believe in luck. I believe in hard work and goal setting.
If you don't set goals how do you plan on being successful -- and don't tell me you don't want to be successful because now you're just lying to yourself. Let's say you're on Tinder because you're also lying if you tell me you don't have a Tinder. You're swiping away, and let's also say you are very much into brunettes (I applaud your taste, although blondes are evolving) you have a set of standards and expectations in your head about the type of boys (because, let's be honest, you won't find a real man on Tinder) you're interested in. So why would you not do the same for yourself? Goals are merely standards and expectations you set for yourself.
The first step is setting a goal, or multiple if you're an overachiever. You can't just say this is what I'm going to do this year, you need to write it down. I like to make a list, and put it right next to my body mirror where I look every day so I can't miss it! The next step is to make a plan of action. How do you plan on executing your goal? What will you do more of? What will you do less of? Why didn't you accomplish you goal in the past? It also helps to tell people about your goals because, now that you've talked yourself up, you need to follow through with your plan. Lastly, hold yourself accountable. Do not make excuses for yourself, and have self control. Don't get discouraged if you get off track, and don't let your setbacks set you back. The road to success is not a straight shot. Remember that an overnight success takes 20 years.
