Most lists of New Year’s resolutions are superficial and dwell on the negative, like losing weight or joining a gym. We found an anonymous list we thought was interesting and unique:
I will let go of resentments sooner.
I will try to help someone every day, even in small ways and without letting anyone know. If someone finds out, it will not count.
I will not react mindlessly. If I feel the urge to react, I will listen to my breath for five minutes and then decide.
I will try to remain in the moment, giving myself completely to each person I am with, every task I am doing and each situation I am in.
Every time I fall down, I will get up sooner.
When I feel fear, I will surrender to it — waiting for the physical feeling to pass without trying to resolve it or run.
I will listen more than I talk, every day.
I will make an effort to forgive one person every day.
When I am happy, I will not look for something to make me happier.
No more New Year’s resolution lists.
