Life Changing Resolutions

I do agree with looking at the new year with hope in making some much needed changes in our lives, however I do not agree that it is the only time of year we should be doing it. Every. Single. Day. We have the chance to change and become better. We have the chance to set goals and accomplish them. We are given this time in mortality to learn and to grow, to progress higher.

Two things have recently happened that have me thinking more on the subject of goals and using my time more wisely. First, there was a General Conference talk by Ian S. Arden of the Seventy that I have re read recently that talks about "We must devote our time to the things that matter most." Second thing is this past Stake Conference for the Sauharita Stake, President Hardy spoke about setting goals and how important they are. He emphasized that they help us to achieve greater/accomplish more when we have a goal in sight.

Since it is the end of 2011 and the new year is FAST approaching (holy momma I feel like life is flying by; what happened to the days when we were kids and days seemed to last forever?). I completely see a need to devote my time to things that matter most and set goals to achieve those things because I will be able to achieve greater and accomplish more of the Lords work if I have those goals in sight.

Some of these things that matter most I recognize already, but may not be doing the best at them or working on them at all. Which means that I will be starting some new things this coming year while others things that I already recognize will be worked on even harder, with goals set.

I thankfully recognize that I will find success in these life changing resolutions as long as I rely upon the Lord for my support. I know as I look to Him and His teachings for the example of setting goals and realizing what matters most; everything will work out. I do also humbly realize that I am far (remember the FAAAAARR...) from perfect and will have to forgive myself when I fail.

{Failures will come because I am human and may not always put my support in the Lord first (pride is one of my vices) but I recognize that attitude will still make the difference in reaching goals. Always remember that a broken heart and contrite spirit will guarantee goal success.}

To the New Year!