resolutions.... bah humbug

I hate new years resolutions.  They're always lofty statements, usually starting with " THIS is the year I will..."     lose 20 pounds, get healthy, eat better, be a better person, be more organized... and the list goes on.

Why do I hate new years resolutions?  Because we start off a brand new, glorious year by selling ourselves short, by focusing on a perceived flaw and "plan" to fix it in one short year.  Bring on the fun!!  And we all know that the majority of resolutions are doomed to fail, at which point we give ourselves another slap on the wrist for having failed at fixing our flaws!  Vicious circle if you ask me.

So this year, no new years resolutions for me!

I am however making 3 commitments to myself (well, and all of you) for 2013.

• I am committing to continuing the healthy lifestyle I've adopted and amp it up by trying new and different things (workouts and food included).  80/20 rule to allow for indulgences, such as cake once in a while :-)   Oh, and chocolate

• I am committing to continuing to learn and grow through my personal yoga practice and to learn from those that I teach as well as other teachers. 

• I am committing to continuing to protect my time with my family, friends and dogs.  

I like this approach much better; it just feels right.  It helps me recognize and acknowledge things I've already achieved, no matter how small and allows for an opportunity to grow those achievements.

And seriously, new years resolutions be damned.

Happy New Year!  Here's to a healthy, happy and prosperous 2013.

Namaste