2014...........The year of the??

Happy New Year!  New year, new mantra......

I am learning to love me more.  Self love is where I choose to start.  I say I am comfortable in my own skin, but am I really?  In many cases I think the answer is yes but I know there are many instances where I am afraid.  This is the year to shake off the fear and try.  What is the worst that can happen?  I fail?  I fall?  I don't like whatever it is so choose a different path?

Fear can be paralyzing.  Where does the fear come from?  Self doubt I think.  Lack of confidence.  I know I am a smart cookie and have lots to offer.  So I am throwing fear to the wind......yikes!

I read a post by Chris Powell about setting goals.  We have to be SMART about it.  Do you know what SMART means?

S          Specific

M         Manageable

A          Attaiable

R          Relevant

T          Time-bound

I will be setting goals.......not boring ones....FUN ones.  Life is to be enjoyed.  We (I) need to show my gratitude for the abundance I have.  I need to name my self doubt and tell her (or him) off.....well, at least tell that part of my psyche that I don't have time for the doubt and fear.  The goals will be in all aspects of my life.  Not just about weight and fitness......adding love, fun, and excitement to the mix.

I am going to make these post it goal cards and put them where I can be reminded of them.  When the goal is achieved, it will go in my special box to record all the work, fun and play I have put forth.  It is going to be a year about me and what I need.  What I need physically, emotionally, nutritionally.....all of it will be touched on.

It is going to be an amazing year.  I have my friends to take along on the ride....whether it be by my side or in my heart, you will all be with me as I hit these milestones.

So hang on tight....Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather skid in sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming "WOO HOO, What a Ride"  `~author unknown