Resolutions for 2014

Welcome to the new year… only a few hours left until it’s 2014.  I know of so many people who can’t be bothered to make new year’s resolutions.  Why?  These resolutions will be broken within a few weeks after declaring them.  As a result, the act of breaking resolutions becomes the tradition.  I can see how people would give up on this annual ritual of disappointment.  I’ve done it many times.  This year I’ve decided to make Resolutions for 2014.  The difference is, I’m not about to announce the specifics of what I intend to do in the new year… I’m still working on the details as we speak.  What I will share is the BIG IDEA.  In the new year I would like to “find my light”… “shine from within”… “stand up”… “lean in”… and yes, “feel good” about what I’m doing.  No more hiding.  No more pretending.  No more stepping aside.  2014 will be about facing my fears, finding my voice, and pursuing my goals/vision.  #courage #academicwriting #dissertation #geoffmadocjones