New Year’s resolutions

By : Sergio de Jesús Rodríguez

In order to not fail before you start, we share with you a couple of ideas that will help you fulfill those New Year’s resolutions you have been planning all year.

Think big. It is important to remember the following: to reach the mountaintop, you have to take the first step. That is why you should set small goals in order to finally reach your golden dream. For example, if your goal is to purchase a car, develop a daily savings or income strategy that will lead you to that new car. Set reasonable goals and strive for them.

Be realistic. There is nothing worse than feeling like your dream is vanishing because your resolution was not fulfilled. Do not expect to turn into the next American Ninja within the next couple of months. Remember that constancy has a lot to do with it, but that your goals should be attainable.

Measure. The trick to everything is to measure –whether it be less pounds, days without smoking, daily miles, or dollars in your savings account. When objectives have measurable indicators, you will have a realistic idea of how far away they are.

Do not postpone. Tomorrow will not be a better day, nor will it have the ideal conditions for you to successfully fulfill your New Year’s resolutions. If on December 31, in sync with the tolling of the bells, you said, “Next year I will….,” we have news for you: it already is “next year.

Lastly, remember that life’s greatest opportunities are already there. All you have to do is get them. Attitude makes all the difference, as does determination and –above all else- confidence and courage to face the unknown.

Happy New Year 2017.