New Beginnings

Yes, I am a little late for New Years. However, I still felt like writing this anyway. I hold a different view of New Years than I believe most people do. Some might say it's a little pessimistic, and maybe they are right. New Years is, obviously, a new year. It's a new beginning. Out with the old, in with the new. A time of resolutions and a revived since of optimism. To me, however, it is a day like any other-just with a different number that I will be adding to all my papers for the next 365 days. I may have a bland view of the New Year, but that doesn't mean that I don't take the excuse to celebrate ;) However, my bland view comes from a question- why do you need New Years to make a resolution? Why wait till then to get rid of what's holding you back and bringing you down? Why do so many seem to need New Years to better themselves? Why wait? Why not start today, right where you are- no matter what time of year it is.

If there is something holding you back, let it go now. If there is something bringing you down, get rid of it now-even if it hurts. Diamonds go through a hell of a lot of heat before they can shine their brightest.
Carpe diem! Seize each and every day. It won't always not be easy. You will have weak days, you will have days when you fail at your resolution. But guess what, it's okay. Each day is a new day. Each day brings its own challenges, as well as its own gifts. It brings us life and beauty. Celebrate each new day. Tackle one day at a time. Look at yourself and find those negative things that you need to get rid of to be the most beautiful and happy you that you can possibly be. Take the opportunities each day brings before you- no need to wait for the New Year.

Happy Thursday :)