Alright you guys- It’s officially 2018! I am spending my first day of the new year starting our 18+ hour drive back to Utah… BUT it has given me a ton of time to reflect on this fresh start of a year. I hope you caught ash’s resolutions from last year and I loved it so much I’m going to use it as an outline for mine this year.
“Happiness results from having someone to love, something to do, and something to look forward to”
My goal: Finding joy & happiness by avoiding negative energy & thoughts.
1: love. I am not great at showing people how much I care about them. I have a sis in law who is AMAZING at this and is always thinking of how she can help someone/be there for someone etc. It is not a skill that comes easily to me. If someone asks me- I’m there but just doing it on my own- not so much. So, this year- I’m going to try to be better at this!
2: something to do. I love projects. I constantly have 50 things going. Having something you are working on gives you a sense of purpose and when you accomplish it – makes you feel amazing. So, whether it is something small or big- plan a project. Mine this year, as you probably can guess from reading here, is to get faster/in shape and run another marathon.
3: looking forward. This can be something that is happening tonight or 6 months from now. Take them all in! Don’t just look at the thinks so far in the future- enjoy all the little things along the way. This could be something as simple as scheduling special date nights once a week, or every other to look forward to or as big as a fun trip overseas! I am hoping to do both of these this next year. Make plans- put them on your calendar and get excited about them!
I am going to touch more on finding joy and happiness in posts to come because I think it is something we could all use a little more of! I have a podcast that I listen to about once a month (yes, the same one) because I find it so amazing… stay tuned!
Until then- what are your resolutions? Share them with us!
Cheers!
xox
aj
juniperlemonsblog.com 
I love your candor on #1, AJ. I think there are many people out there that struggle with being self-aware, and it’s crucial that in order for us to build and maintain those amazing relationships in our lives, that we are aware of when to hold back…or when to really let out the love and make people feel as great as they are. I’m glad you’re going to work on being better at that; I have my own struggles with it and it’s one of my resolutions too.
As for marathons…man. That sounds so intimidating haha! I wish you the absolute best in your fitness journey, I think it’s amazing that it’s part of your goals this year. I hope you had a great holiday season!!!
xx,
Martina Pollard
reverieofroses.com
martina@reverieofroses.com
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