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The New Year 2023

Roxy Teeling- In The Mirror
3 min readJan 10, 2023

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New Year’s resolutions are a common tradition in which people reflect on the past year and make goals for the coming year. These goals often relate to improving one’s personal or professional life, such as eating healthier, exercising more, or learning a new skill. Making a New Year’s resolution can be a good way to motivate yourself to make positive changes in your life. It’s important to be specific and realistic when setting your goals, and to have a plan for how you will achieve them. It can also be helpful to tell someone else about your resolution, as this can help to hold you accountable. Finally, be patient with yourself and remember that it’s okay if you don’t achieve your goals right away — it’s more important to focus on the progress you make and to stay positive.

Here are some ideas on how to keep on track for the New Year. The key is to make progress on being a better person. Its a practice not perfection.

  • Focus on your career: If you’re not satisfied with your current job or career path, resolve to take steps to change that. This might mean updating your resume, networking, or exploring new job opportunities.
  • Improve your relationships: Make a commitment to work on your relationships with friends, family, and partners. This could mean being more present, making an effort to communicate more effectively, or being more supportive.
  • Get out of debt: If you have student loans or other forms of debt, make a plan to pay it off or get a handle on your finances. This might mean creating a budget, reducing expenses, or finding ways to increase your income.
  • Learn a new skill: Whether it’s a creative hobby, a language, or a professional development course, resolving to learn something new can be a rewarding and enriching experience.
  • Take care of your health: Make a plan to prioritize your physical and mental health, whether that means exercising more, eating healthier, or seeking help for mental health issues.
  • Focus on your career: If you’re not satisfied with your current job or career path, resolve to take steps to change that. This might mean updating your resume, networking, or exploring new job opportunities.
  • Improve your relationships: Make a commitment to work on your relationships with friends, family, and partners. This could mean being more present, making an effort to communicate more effectively, or being more supportive.
  • Save for the future: If you have long-term financial goals, such as saving for retirement or buying a house, resolve to take steps to save more money and plan for the future.
  • Give back: Consider resolving to volunteer your time or resources to a cause you care about. This can be a rewarding and meaningful way to make a positive impact in the world.
  • Take care of your mental health: Make a commitment to prioritize self-care and to seek help if you’re struggling with mental health issues. This could mean setting aside time for relaxation, talking to a therapist, or finding a support group.

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Roxy Teeling- In The Mirror

Phoenician, psychotherapist, meditator, yogi, and writer of In The Mirror.