I don't make them. Or, if I do, they are unavoidably achievable. For instance, I have often on past January 1sts resolved not to purchase Norway. See? One cannot help but not purchase an entire Scandinavian country. I find New Year's resolutions just set one up for failure. I'm not particularly goal-oriented in the traditional sense. Deadline-oriented, yes, but that's not the same thing. I'm better than I used to be, but that's not saying much. I prefer, instead, to think of things I would really like to do and then, randomly throughout the year, try to do a few of them. Can you tell I'm not into high-pressure situations? Maybe that's because I get enough of those from exterior sources. Why would I want to do that to myself? So, in the vein of low-stress, low-pressure, here's a list of a few things I would really like to do this year.
I'd really like to get my two finished novels polished up and submitted.
I'd really like to finish the two unfinished novels currently residing on my hard drive.
And on a non-authorial note, I'd very much like to climb a 5.10a at the climbing gym, and to run a 5K.
That's as close to a set of New Year's resolutions as you'll get from me.
What do you think of New Year's resolutions? Do you make them? Do you keep them? Why or why not?
On another note, I've not heard from my contest winner. So, Mo, if you're out there, gimme a shout at maia (at) maiastrong (dot) com. Thanks!
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whoo hoo !! I can't believe I won and I missed the first announcement. I am blaming the holidays. All that fun kept me away from my laptop. I have emailed you as requested. Thank you!! Mo
I totally agree with you about the NY Rez! I keep mine simple - be happy. Simple does not mean easy, but hey.
It sounds like we might be a bit similar. I stress myself out way too much. A worrier of sorts. SO whatever I can do to limit any stress is a bonus!
Good luck with your novels. It is really cool the point you are at in the process. I have a hard time getting the story out of my head and onto the page BUT I love editing and rewriting! HA
Happy New Year!
Miranda
Hi, Miranda. I like your resolution. It's one that we all should try to keep despite the challenges.
There is definitely something to be said for the editing/rewriting process...but one must get the words out onto the page first, dang it! ;-)
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