Have a one word resolution for 2009

In the 4th quarter, my one-word goal of self has come full circle. In the beginning of the year I allowed myself to indulge in my self. Learning about myself; experimenting with myself; awakening my self. During the Summer, the began evolving into self-discipline and as I prepare to head into a Winter “hibernation” of sorts, it’s really just about a deep period of self-understanding.

I’ve been thinking about my goals today after finishing an online life coach course and it’s taken me back to my word for 2009 – SUCCEED.

What I’ve realised is that if I am truly going to succeed by the end of the year, I’ll have to narrow my focus down even further. So, in preparation for this, I’ve cut my 43T list significantly, leaving only the goals that I feel that I can definitely work towards. The main areas are writing & walking with a few other aims left in as wider dreams or ideas.

I haven’t given up my other goals in the long-term, but I want to crack these areas first.

My year would have been a different experience all together if it wasn’t for my word – Opportunity. I find myself accepting, inviting and creating opportunities wherever I can.
I have had the opportunity to meet some great like minded people and learn many new things.
This year feels like it’s mine :)

in the first half year i need to dapt, but now i think my life is ok, i have adopt to my university life, my new friends, and many things which you need to learn so that you could grow up. so i think next will be learning hard, because i’m prepare for my TEM4 for next year, it’s important for me, in fact i don’t like at all although maybe it’s a good way to test your learning effect, happy learning and happy life!

I began on 43 Things one year ago today! In that time, I’ve had an opportunity to correspond with LOTS of great people, and get to know many of you a little bit better. I’ve really enjoyed it, and feel that being with you all has, indeed, made me a better person. As for the stats, I’ve given out 3439 (or so) cheers, and received about 1000 less (2439). I’ve got 26 people who subscribe to me, and I subscribe to 17. Of those 17, I miss them when they’re away, some more than others, but all to some degree. I’ve cried over some people and their goals, (I worry for Wren and Sadie consistently) and laughed with many as they’ve achieved others! I’ve done 19 things myself, and I have to admit that most of them are because I put them on a list on this website, and looked at them almost every day. I continue to reflect on my one word resolution for 2009 (write), and give it additional thought whenever I sign on, because it’s at the top of my list. I find it very interesting that my most cheered goal is “Tell my wife how much I love her more often”. It doesn’t matter if I move it up or down, it consistently gets the most cheers. It’s probably the one goal I need to be cheered on the least…I am well aware I have the best wife in the world, and I tell her I love her often, but I never take her for granted, so this goal stays on the list! To all of you who are working on your goals, best of luck to you…keep thinking big thoughts….don’t let the naysayers get in your way and thanks for the many cheers you have given to have a positive impact on myself and others. I love you guys! Yannigan

This quote appeared on a article on msn website,
“Small opportunities are often the beginning of great enterprises.” — Demothenes, 384-322 BC, Greek statesman

I love my word. On several occasions this year, it’s given me inner strength and optimism when I find myself in decision making mode.

There are so many opportunities to take advantage of this year.
Life is beautiful :)

Once again, my energy is slowly filtering back into work and nothing else. I don’t work silly hours, but I do put in 9 hr days without breaks, which tends to max out my brain.

There are another 3 weeks before I go on holiday, and I don’t just want to expend them on the day job. SO – I vow to do the following:

8/8.30-5 (no lunch break)
5-6 (rest and dinner)
6-8 (writing)
8-9 (computer)
9-11 (relax)

Going to do it day by day and record progress. At least there will be a holiday at the end of it.

I have fallen off course. I am re-committing myself to this goal. My life won’t change into what I want it to be unless I DO.

I have had some moments where I lost sight of this goal but I am back on track. I have seen the quality of my life improving each time I “DO” something instead of just thinking about it or putting it off until later.

was helping me a lot during the last two weeks. I had to give this big presentation in front of a lot of experts of my project. When I thought about the presentation during the preparation of the talk – it made me feeling sick. In these moments my word “fearless” helped me a lot to keep calm =) and a lot of valerian worked too, of course =) I gave the presentation last week and everything went very well. I got praised from some people and made some very helpful, friendly contacts. So I can say, it was totally worth it to be fearless =)