Almost everyone makes New Years Resolutions but how many of you actually accomplish your goals? Let’s see how I stacked up with my resolutions for 2011!
Click here to read my post for my resolutions of 2011
Goal #1: Maintain my Healthy Lifestyle
How did I do?
I have absolutely maintained a healthier lifestyle this year compared to any other. I have managed to stay within a 5 pound weight range and I’m very pleased about that. Although I did gain a tad more weight over Christmas than I would have liked, but I’m in the process of getting rid of it 
More specifically my goals were to workout between 3-6 times a week. I would say I’ve been working out more like 2 times a week; obviously there could be some improvement there but it is definitely more than last year. Next goal, eat balanced meals with the occasional splurge. With the exception of my boyfriend’s birthday weekend, I have followed this goal with a doubt. My splurge meals are typically once or twice a week and they are just that; meals. They are not splurge days. Another goal was to increase my water intake. I have no excuses, I simply did not improve this at all. This will be another thing to work on next year. The last goal was to decrease soda & coffee and I did! I rarely drink soda and when I do have something bubbly, it’s typically mineral water but I do have the occasional diet soda. I surprisingly decreased my coffee intake A LOT! I drink more tea than anything else.
Goal #2: Learn to Speak French Fluently
How did I do?
Truthfully, I didn’t even attempt this one. I have a lot of excuses but nobody wants to hear that! Next year, expect progress on this one!
Goal #3: Quit Grinding My Teeth
How did I do?
I did damn good! The main thing was noticing when I would do it because typically it was such a mindless act. Considering it was very much stress related and would generally be accompanied with eye twitches, I have reminded myself to take more deep breaths when I get frustrated and to take time to myself; even if it means friends getting mad that I’m not always free.
Goal #4: Save Up For A New Car
How did I do?
I’m happy to say that I am in the process of selling my old car! It is literally almost as old as me and I’ve never felt that it matched my personality. This week it’s been getting all beautified and ready to be sold. I’ve saved a little over $6,000 for a downpayment and I couldn’t be happier. This is probably my biggest accomplishment this year. I think I did a good balance of paying all my bills, still buying myself clothing & makeup here and there while still saving up for my new car.
I used coupons more than I ever have this year, sold things I didn’t use on Craigslist, made more dinners at home and things like that.
I just put in an offer for a cute car, cross your fingers for me!
Goal #5: Wake Up Earlier
How did I do?
This is another goal that I didn’t even attempt to do. Getting the adequate amount of rest has always been a struggle for me and I don’t feel like I’ve figured out what’s best for me yet. Everyone’s bodies requires a different amount and I need to spend some time working (or sleeping) to figure that out.
New Years Resolutions for 2012!
Speak French Fluently
Oh yes, it’s goin’ dowwwn this year!
Become an Author
This has been a longtime dream of mine!
Launch My 2nd Website
I’ve been working very hard on this! You’re going to love it!
Do the Splits!
How cool would that be? It’d be my new party trick!
Tips for Creating Your Own New Years Resolutions
Coming up with New Years Resolutions is one of my favorite things about starting a new year. Here are some of my tips for creating goals for 2012.
Create A Handful of Goals:
You ever notice how if you take only one or two pictures of yourself, you don’t get any good ones? But if you take at least ten or more, you’re bound to get at least one really good one, right? I have the same theory with New Years Resolutions. If you have at least three or four goals for the new year, you’re more likely to accomplish at least one.
“Gateway” Goals Are The Best to Have:
Formulating a gateway goal is a must! For example, one of my goals is to learn how to do the splits. In order to do the splits, I’m obviously going to have to take great care of my body. So not only will I accomplish my goal but I will also improve my body overall, making it a really beneficial resolution.
Have a very Happy New Year! I’ll see ya next year!
Love, Lacy
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