
Originally Posted by
Madison
I don't make resolutions, I try to have a broader year focus. For example in 2008 my focus was on my health. I spent time learning about different foods trying to eat healthier by eating more natural and less processed foods. I researched and tried a lot of different things, I had pretty good success. The idea was to make changes I could stick with for my life, and not just a short resolution.
2009 was about finances, So I reorganized how my money is being allocated by setting up some different accounts, I diversified my 401 portfolio, I paid off my car, I set up a plan to pay off my other large debt. It as also paid off for me. Again not something that is only short term but good more permanent changes.
The things from 2009 dont go away either. I still work on my health.
I haven't decided what I need to add in 2010. I think I'll be trying to focus on improving my surroundings: fixing some things in my house, cleaning out things and getting rid of more things, etc.
I just found this way works a lot better for me than "I'm going to join a gym and exercise" or something that I know wont last. Its really more of a mindset than a real difference I guess.