Here We Go Again!

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Hello, 2015! Here we go again!

long hairTo be honest, the first thing that came to my mind was that song. Yes, you know which one. You are singing it in your head right now. Let’s go back in time for a moment. “Here I go again” from Whitesnake… Go ahead, sing along!

I don’t know where I’m going
But, I sure know where I’ve been
Hanging on the promises
In songs of yesterday
An’ I’ve made up my mind,
I ain’t wasting no more time
But, here I go again
Here I go again

I don’t know where I’m going either but one thing is for sure: I don’t have to walk along the lonely street of dreams by myself. I’m grateful to God for my wife, my kids, my extended family, my church and my friends. Their support, friendship, motivation, and inspiration mean a lot to me.Last year was tough. We faced many challenges but we made it. Those challenges made us stronger and wiser. We had great times too. Many of them! I’m sure the good times were more than the bad times. Let’s not let the bad memories cloud the good ones. With all the challenges that the year might bring, we can still make this year a great year. Let’s enjoy the simple things in life. Let’s change a life. Enjoy the people around you. Live more and worry less. Bring it on, 2015! Let’s do this! Here we go again!

100 Years From Now

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FreedomFast forward to 2114. New years eve 100 years from now. A completely new generation is ready to celebrate. If we went from horses to space shuttles in 100 years it would be interesting to imagine how the future holds. Marty McFly from Back To The Future made it to 2015. It really doesn’t look like that although we have many things they didn’t think about back then. Nevertheless, we probably won’t make it to 2115, but would someone remember you?

Probably nobody will remember you. The truth is that most people is forgotten 40-50 years after they die. Only a handful of people remain remembered from a long time. Would you be one of them? If so, how do you want to be remembered? Do you want people to remember the things you did? Maybe you want them to remember how you related with others. Maybe both. What would you like people to remember about you?

While you think about that I want to wish you a very prosperous 2015 full of achievements and treasurable moments. Make the best of each moment. Let the people around you know that you love them and that you care for them. Be the best at what you do and enjoy it. Happy New Year!

Resolutions and Goals

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Photo Nov 22, 10 38 29 PMIt is that time of the year! Many are figuring out their new year resolutions and goals.  The desire of making something different for a new year is very common. We know most of them are carrying on from previous years. We also know that desiring to do something is not enough. Resolutions are decisions or determinations to accomplish something. Action is required.

Goals on the other hand require a plan and commitment to achieve results. Goals require preparation and lots of work. Self-regulated individuals know all about being ready, taking action, and being committed to a plan. The results often reveal their efforts. The most important aspect of self-regulation is intentionality. Self-regulated individuals are not only capable of controlling their impulses but also do this intentionally. It is a decision followed by a plan. The plan is then followed by commitment and action. Achievement comes as a result.

Achieving a goal is not the only benefit. Cognitive psychology explains that reaching a goal also improves self-efficacy. Our perceptions to reach a goal transcend the domain in which we reached success but to other areas in our lives. A cycle of improving self-efficacy continues as goals are achieved. Cognitive psychology suggests therefore to set achievable short-term goals towards a larger goal. Which each step we feel closer to the finish line, more willing and stronger to continue.

This year set up your goals and make a plan. Remember to set realistic achievable goals and break down those goals into short-term goals. Be firm in your decision to accomplish your goals. Commit to your plan. Keep track of your progress and celebrate each accomplishment one short-term goal at a time. I wish you all the success for the new year.