You may be a little like me. 2005 is drawing to a close. There’s a long year to remember now. New friends made- perhaps some old friend lost. Many things stayed just as they were, just as you expected. Some things changed- During these reflections your mind has undoubtly shifted to something new: What will you change about yourself in the coming year? What will be your resolutions? Your mind while blessed with permanent memory is cursed with lousy recall. Every year people set specific goal for themselves. A challenge, a mountain to climb.

Success is not a spectator sport, however - achievement demands action. You cannot expect to arrive at success without having made the trip. The trip of New Year’s Resolutions statisctically ends 3-5 weeks after the new year… resolutions are made to be broken. Let’s take a new approach. This year, and every year, make 1 resolution: improve yourself. I’ve selected the 10 things that matter most.

Take action! Consider this list of goals that you too, perhaps, could make your own personal resolutions this year.

1. Personal Development
The single best investment any of us can ever make is in our own personal growth and development. The accumulation of knowledge means everything to your future.

2. Excellent Physical Health
Your body impacts everything you do. Take good care of it through proper nourishment, exercise and rest.

3. Rest, Relaxation and Renewal
We must take good care of ourselves without feeling guilty.

4. Building a Loving Family
Family is the emotional core of our lives. We should make constant deposits into everyone’s emotional bank account.

5. Intimate Relationships With Your Friends
Surround yourself with nourishing friends. Share yourself with them and let them share themselves with you.

6. Involvement In Your Community
The definition of a life well lived must include a commitment to serving others.

7. Excellence in Your Work
Develop a reputation for excellence. A sincere commitment to excellence is a noble goal.

8. Financial Freedom
Money is important. Exercise wisdom in all your financial dealings.

9. A Comfortable, Loving Home
The single biggest investment most of us will ever make should be comfortable and lined with love.

10. Peace of Mind
There is no substitute for peace of mind. Everything you do either supports it or takes away from it.

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