What promise a new year holds! There is of course a lot of talk about resolutions and life changes this time of the year, but it all comes from what I believe was created in human nature – the need for change and renewal and to build our lives on a solid foundation.
I think that’s why God gave us new years. He knew we need time to refocus and time to do a bit of pruning. No, we are not plant life, but just like a rose bush needs pruning to really produce beautiful flowers, so do we. We need to take an honest look at our lives and see if it is going in the direction it should be.
Sandi Krakowski from A Real Change, one of the Social Media influencers that I follow, said it best – We have it all wrong when we say “out with the old and in with the new”. Instead we should cut-off what isn’t working in our lives and begin anew. This applies not just to our work lives, but also our personal lives. Nothing that we go through in life whether good or bad is really a waste, it all has a purpose…..a stepping stone to get us to our real life’s purpose. It’s what we do with the good, the bad and the ugly in our lives is what matters. A new year helps us to refocus and see what wasn’t working the past year and resolve to cut it off and not bring it into the new year. It also helps us to look at what did work, and do more of it.
- Are there unhealthy relationships that must end or kept at a distance
- Old habits that are dragging you down that must be cut off
- Situations that you need to forgive others or even yourself of
- Making family a priority
- Work life balance
- Setting boundaries and embrace saying NO
- Focus on health and wellness so you can be a better you.
This is a great day to make your plan for 2014 and stick to it.
My goals for 2014 are pretty clear, and everyday I will work to get one step closer.
- More time with the children
- Volunteer more – especially at school
- Finish off the interior of my design studio
- Purchase the building I’m leasing for my design studio
- Redesign my websites and blog and completely change my company image and make it all consistent
- Network a lot more
- Getting published (Closer than I thought I’d be)
- At least triple sales from last year
- Hire an assistant
- More Videos
- More DIY projects
- Attend at least one national conference for bloggers and attending Interior Design trade shows
Hefty goals I know, but very achievable.
What are some goals you have for 2014? Please share if you’d like, and maybe we can help each other get to our goals.
I’m sure we are all ready to get back to normal now that the holiday season has passed. I am having a great time in Florida, but I am also eager to get back to my normal work schedule.
Here are some pictures of my time here so far
My mom (Elizabeth) and I
Me at a New year’s eve party
Here I am dancing :-)
I will be writing all about my time here soon after I get back to Katy, TX in the next few days, and I will share more pictures then.
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Happy New Year!
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Congrats on being #2! I voted for you.
I am also listed but in the SAHM category.
Great Melanie. I’ll vote for you as well. What’s your blog link?
Given your focus and drive, I have no doubt you will achieve your goals and then some. You will be #1 in the Mommy Blog. I voted, pinned and leaving you a comment. Good luck.
Thanks Roslyn for voting and sharing. Your comment has warmed my heart
You have so much work ahead of you! It is great to know you are so focused and driven! I give those main projects 6 months or less!! They don’t stand a chance!
Thanks Rob
Awesome blog post! I do this every year with the hopes of sticking to the goals, resolutions I have set.Last year was to quit smoking analog cigarettes..this year its to quit ecigs along with working on forgiveness.
Great goals Marisol! I am proud of you that you are on your way to completely quitting smoking. All the best
I love this time of year. Congratulations on your blog success. I’ve voted for you – may 2014 continue to see you grow from strength to strength.
Thank you Jo
We all have such high hopes for 2014 because 2013 was a hard year for us. It’s the first time I actually see a new year as a fresh start. I love the ideas of getting rid of anything that isn’t good for you, that’s something I need to work on, especially in relationships.
Thanks Chavonne. Great time to just refocus and have a game plan. Thanks for your comment and all the best to you
I have high hopes for 2014, so hopefully I’ll be able to stick to my plans. Good luck and congrats on making it to #21!
Wish you all the best with your plans for the new year. Thanks for voting
With your drive to succeed I am sure you will attain all your goals!! Glad to hear you had a great time with your family.
Thanks Michele. All the best to you!
There is no doubt in my mind that you will achieve every one of your goals! Wishing you The Best!!
Thanks Meli. All the very best to you as well
New year, new goals! Congratulations on everything you have achieved on 2013 and wishing the best of luck for this new year 2014!
Thanks Joanna, very much appreciated
Those are some awesome goals! I myself have several but one as you mentioned is to spend more time volunteering at my child’s school. Happy New Year!
Thanks Lawna. That’s a big one for me! One of the perks of being self-employed that I haven’t been doing
That is great that you have all that lined up for goals!.. Love your goals.. tells me where your heart is.. 2014 will be good for you!.. Thank you for sharing!..
Thanks Savannah-Lin. I know it will be. All the best to you as well
aww! Congrats on being #2! Thats awesome! And I have to say, you are rocking that white dress! Love it! I can’t wait to hear more about your trip!
Thanks so much Ashley!
You’re going to be successful no matter what with your knowledge and personality…yes..I can see it in your amazing writings!
Thank you so much Jim
I cleaned up everything last year as far as removing people that needed to be removed. This year I have easy goals so I can relax and enjoy. I wish you much luck on buying your studio – wish you were closer as I an horrible at decorating.
I wish I was closer too Jennifer
best wishes for 2014!
congrats on being #2 and wow you’re gorgeous keep up the good work and i know all your goals will be accomplished
Thank you Becca
Those are some wonderful goals and I am sure you will achieve them all! Those are great pictures of you too!
Thank you Pam
Congrats on #2..You’re number 1 with us!
Thanks Marjory. that’s very kind of you to say
Wow already 2# You rock!! I went and voted =)) I kept clicking on the icon and all it did was transfer me to their site, thought it wasnt working but looks like it is working just fine!! =)
That’s what it does Marielle. Thanks for voting for me
It’s really nice to make goals for 2014 – I’ll probbaly make one for me soon.
That’s great Aisha. Good luck
I really like your goals and the ones you’re leaving behind! You look awesome too!
Thanks so much Lisa
Awe …. Look at that happy smile on your face.
I am glad you got together with your family for new year’s
Thanks Dov. It is great spending time with family for sure
Great lists you made! Mine are very short but I am focuses on my goals as well. I’m ready for 2014!!
Good for you Maria. Good luck!
I love seeing people set goals and not New Year Resolutions… Resolutions are easily forgotten, but goals are obtainable!
Me too Lindsay. I like goals better too
Those are fantastic goals for 2014! I’m also resolving to have more family time…and having that family time be for quality time; not just being there. May 2014 bring you more success than 2013!
That’s an awesome goal. Thanks for your comment and I wish the same for you
Congratulation on # 2 I voted for you
Thank you so much! I appreciate your support
anytime
Congratulations on your accomplishment. It’s so nice to receive recognition for endeavors that we put so much time and effort into. Good luck.
Thanks Maria!
Thanks Rob! I’m ready!
All awesome goals and it is always great to evaluate what is working and what is not so changes can be made!
Absolutely! Thank you
Great news being #2…you have a lot of competition there, so that means a lot!!! Have fun on your trip and rejuvenate.
Thanks Stephanie!
Not sure if you know but your photos are too large. Need to resize a bit so it doesn’t stretch out this post. Besides that seems you had a great time getting ready for the New Year. I’m sure it will bring you many great things.
Thank you Onica.
I am definitely going to make some changes this year, and I’m really excited about it. I’m going to try to let go of things that I’ve been letting weigh me down and do a better job of balancing my work and my family time.
I really want to be more efficient and more intentional with my time this year. I tend to waste a lot of minutes and hours flitting from this to that.
I love your goals! I have a few hefty ones for 2014, but like you said, this is the perfect time to “prune” and get down to the what’s really important to us.
The great thing about the new year is the feeling of getting a new start. Kudos to you, good luck with your goals!
Happy New Year! I LOVE the name of your blog, its funny!
Sounds like you have your goals all worked out for 2014. I wish you all the best. I’m with you on the networking though, it’s one thing I plan on doing differently this year as well.
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