Ring in the New!

Post #26

The beginning of a New Year always brings such great opportunity.  Starting again.  Many of us make vows that renew our commitment to lose weight, exercise more, or donate more money or time to local charities...or other worthy priorities.

I love the chance to look both backward and forward. It helps me stay focused on achieving my goals—be they professional or personal. 

My birthday is nearly exactly at the halfway point of the year.  At that time, I always take stock of where I am and resolve to do better.  Just a few months later, the Jewish High Holidays signal another new beginning.  Our Day of Atonement, Yom Kippur, forces us to ask forgiveness for our sins.  Again, this allows us time to reflect and vow to do better in the future.

New Year’s in America usually signals the end of a period of weeks of parties and public events.  Consider taking a few moments as you look at your new calendar or day planner (for those who use either any more!), and ponder how you might do better this year.  Regardless of your personal goals or how you celebrate the New Year, perhaps we could all resolve to be just a bit kinder to our neighbors, a bit more generous in our community, and a bit more patient with those who need it.

I would love to hear from you, dear Blog reader!  Do you tend to make New Year’s resolutions?  What have been your most (or least) successful?  You may send an email to Blog@CherylKagan.org or click on the "Comments" link below to express your views.  Please be sure to indicate which post (#26) you're addressing.

Thanks for reading.  I will post again soon.