(I Will Not) Go Down Softly

I will Not go down softly.

I will not
let the critics inside my head tell me I can't do something.

I will
stand up for myself when someone puts me down.

I will
face my fears even though I know it is easier to ignore them or run in the other direction.

I will
not make excuses for not reaching my personal fitness goals. Instead I will embrace them and move forward.

I will not
let injury or illness dictate what I will accomplish this year.

I will
stop and think before I open my mouth.

I will
let the other car go even though I have the right of way and feel good about it. :)

I will not
let other people make me feel bad about who I am or what I do.

I will
spend more time laughing.

I will
enjoy more time with my family.

I will
live in the moment and remind myself that life is a gift and we must be thankful for it every day.

I will not
worry about money so much as I wonder about what I will be having for lunch. :) It will all come together.

I will
be who I am unapologetic ally and honestly.

I will
treat those I choose to surround myself with with love, as I truly value them as individuals and they enrich my life.

I will
be a better partner and remind myself of this in all that I do.

I will
try to not feel so overwhelmed all the time by taking time each day to de-stress.

I will
cherish each moment I have with my family and not let petty arguments or disagreements get in the way of what really matters.

This year I will accomplish and learn and enjoy many things life offers us.

Carpe Diem!

What's your manifesto?!? Share it in your comments...it doesn't have to be formal or poetic or well-thought out, just from the heart.

Friday's posting will be the last one in January....this ends our weight-loss, New-Year's inspiration theme. In February, we will focus on celebrity fitness trends, since the Oscars are scheduled for February 22nd. We'll find out who's wolfing down burgers(or avoiding food like the plague) and who's bulking up for the big event!