Many of us are, have been or know of someone that has lost his/her job this year and is dealing with the stress and worry. Maybe the good has come or will come when he/she discovers a new talent or interest.
There are the “big” events in life, but there are other things in our daily lives that, in looking back over the past year we can judge their benefits as well as difficulties they presented. We can ask ourselves: What brought me joy? What I wish hadn’t occurred? Was there a decision made that had negative effects on my life? Did I engage in activities or take on a perspective that has caused stress for me or important others?
This month let’s dwell on our “good” and keep up whatever part of it was created by you. This is the easy part of the year review.
But, it is also just as important to review the bad, to take an honest look and question if there was anything you could have done differently. This includes checking our reactions/responses to the negative events. Once we engage in this process we can prepare ourselves to make the necessary changes in the upcoming year.
Right now I am focusing on the Joy this little baby Savannah will bring into my life as well as my husbands and how much I love my family, friends, and my job. I am so excited and can not wait for a wonderful 2013.
I wish you all a Happy positive, gratifying New Year.
