I have always had a mad love affair with Calvin and Hobbes
This New Year’s Eve I was catching up with my bff getting lunch, running errands, typical stuff. We were having a blast just walking around and getting things accomplished. But HOLY COW, everyone else around us was so stressed out. I’ve never heard so many honking horns, been pushed by so many adults in a grocery store, and seen so many super sour faced people. It was like the day before Thanksgiving or the week before Christmas, minus all the holiday cheer. The general attitude I received was one of frustration and anger.
As much as I love that January 1st can signify a fresh start, man, oh, man, does the new year always bring out people’s worst behaviors and insecurities. It’s the time of the year where society as a whole, takes a good look at their lives and decides to point out what they dislike about themselves and then vow to change it: if I quit smoking I’ll be happy, if I lose those extra 10 pounds I’ll finally be attractive, etc. I hate that there is this deadline that makes people freak out: I have to come up with a resolution by December 31st and stick with it or else! The worst part is when people try and change for a bit, quit, and then feel even more horrible about themselves. WORSTEVERS. I’d like to fart on whoever made up this concept of “New Year’s Resolutions.”
So here’s what I propose: F*ck New Year’s Resolutions
Why do we need one day out of the calendar year to make a change in ourselves? Why can’t we make every day a time to celebrate ourselves and get excited about change? I propose taking a moment out of your day to high five yourself for all the things you have accomplished. If you’d like to make a change, dream big and start small. Babies don’t just come out of the womb potty trained and being able to skateboard right off the bat. Changing a habit or learning a skill takes time. So, give yourself the permission to let yourself take the time you need to make changes in your life. Some people love to give themselves a time frame (my bf does). I personally am a little more organic, letting the wind take me where I may need to travel. Just go for it, whatever it feels right. Whatever motivates you in that moment, do it. You know yourself best and I’m guessing giving yourself an ultimatum on Dec 31st at midnight to change, might not ring true with your authentic self.
So have a happy and safe New Year’s celebration. And here’s to YOU being true to yourself, your process, and who you are.
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