How many of you believe it is important to set a New Year’s Resolution? If you do commit to a New Year’s Resolution, does it ever work the way you planned? I think many people make these monumental changes on the first of the year because it is good starting point but it may add unnecessary stress to your goals. I honestly cannot remember the last time I actually made a New Year’s resolution because I do not feel that making a positive change can only be done once a year.
There are numerous things I would love to be able to change or improve with my life, but do not really want to start a new year with any possible failures. For those of you that have been following my blog over the past 6 months or so, you already know from my posts that stress, healing from a flare up and struggling with daily pain are my key points that need improvement. I know that stress contributes to my pain, so logically I know eliminating or at least reducing stress from my life could drastically improve my quality of life. Acknowledging the problem and rectifying the issue takes time, dedication and patience but it can be done and I will find a successful path in handling stress better.
I feel that love is a vital part of our lives! Not only is it critical to have loved ones surrounding us, but it is just as important to have love for yourself as well. The more we are able to value ourselves the better we can take care of own needs, both mentally and physically. Many of us take pride in caring for our spouse, parents, children or other family members with strong needs, but sometimes fail to take that same satisfaction with our own needs. On that same note, some take a lot more pleasure in caring for their own needs rather than anyone else’s which really does not mean they are being selfish, they may just be fulfilling needs that no one else has the time for. Between both sides, there must be some kind of equal balance point of caring for your own needs and other’s needs that I would love to be able to find. I am the type that will neglect my own needs in order to take care of someone else.
In the upcoming year I want to continue my blog because the past 6 months of blogging has been an amazing experience! Of course I want to continue writing about MS with the hope that some of my experiences will be beneficial to others battling similar issues, but I also want to write about other topics that I am passionate about. As I have already said in a previous post there is so much more to me than just MS and I want to be able to show that more in 2018!
2017 has been one hell of a year and I am truly delighted it is coming to an end! I am hoping that 2018 will come with come with promising comfort, happiness, love, respect and positive changes. I hope y’all have a very safe and Happy New Year! Here’s to welcoming 2018 with optimism and enthusiasm!! Continue to stay strong and always hold onto positivity as it can get you through hard times!! Much love to y’all!!
Always, Alyssa
Reblogged this on Survivors Blog Here.
LikeLike
Cheers to a healthy and happy New Year!!! 😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much! I hope you have a Happy, healthy and safe New Year!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Mine was awful too. Hope the next year will be better for both. Let’s at least share, it makes things easier, right?
Keep in touch in 2018, all the best and hugs from moi
LikeLiked by 1 person
I am so sorry your year was awful! It must have been something with 2017 was just a terrible year for everyone. I do agree sharing helps get through bad times. I will definitely stay in touch with you! You are fun to chat with!! You probably already have my email address but you can email me anytime. alyssabowman81@gmail.com
I really hope 2018 is a better year because 2017 was pretty horrible!!! Much love to you!!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I don’t, I’ll save it. Hugs.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh good, I am glad you have it now. Hugs♡
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’ve learned from having MS, commitment is a no-no! My MS changes daily and so I simply just can’t make plans for anything, or it leads to sadness and often times, disappointment! You are so right, there is so much more to a person with MS, than just MS! I “love” your post… thank you!! Looking forward to reading more💖
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Crystal! MS really can make day to day life change faster than before MS. Committing to some type of resolution for change is stressful and if you are not able to achieve the goal is extremely depressing. I hope you continue to enjoy my posts! Take care and stay strong ♡♡
LikeLike
Hear, hear! Bye bye 2017 – here’s to a healthier, happier 2018!
I think that working on stress (and overthinking constantly) is something I really need to invest more effort in too. Glad to hear you’re keeping up with the blogging as I think you’re doing brilliantly with it! 🙂
Caz x
LikeLiked by 1 person
It is so difficult to not stress and overthink everything. I really want to make some changes with it but I start thinking about it and stress that I am not doing something right! Sounds crazy, I know!!
Thank you so much! Writing has always been a huge passion of mine so blogging allows me to do this!! I appreciate your kind comment Caz!
Oh if you find a fantastic way to control stress please feel free to share!!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
If I find a good way to control stress or put an end to overthinking you will be the first to know!! 🙂
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you so much!! You are amazing. I am trying to read this book now called “The De-Stress Effects” but I keep getting distracted with other things.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You have MS, you are not MS. I look forward to hearing more about YOU Alyssa, who just happens to have MS… ~Kim
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you so much Kim!! I feel like when I tell some people that I have MS, that is all they can focus on. I have a strong passion for writing and helping others, so I really want what I write about to help others! I really appreciate your support and I hope you are having a good start to the New Year!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Let’s both have a great 2018. I’ll be one of your cheerleaders.
Aunt Martha
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Aunt Martha!! I need those amazing cheerleaders pushing me forward!! I think 2018 will be a fantastic year@@@
LikeLike
Interesting post. Yes, some of my goals will be continued from 2017 to 2018 as well. Good luck with yours. I thought you may be interested to look at my little research what bloggers think of setting goals for 2018. I’ve been quite interested in it and read quite many blogs about it 😉 https://mindset4progress.wordpress.com/2018/01/02/my-project-and-your-goals/
Happy New Year! 🙂
Aggie
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you Aggie! I appreciate your comment and I did read the post you shared. You were right, it was very interesting. I wish you much happiness and health for 2018!
Happy New Year!
Alyssa
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you very much! All the best Alyssa! 🙂
Aggie
LikeLiked by 1 person
You as well Aggie!!!
LikeLike
Power in positive thinking help so much for sure! Stay positive and inspired! Much love this new year❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
I do a pretty good job staying positive. I drive my husband crazy with it sometimes. I am inspired by so many of my fellow bloggers. Y’all are amazing. I have made more friends on my blog than in front of me. Everyone is understand and kind!!
Much Love and good health to you this year!!!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
That’s awesome! It’s literally the best way to be! I agree, this whole blogging thing has been an amazing experience and I’m so happy it has been for you too! Healthy mind, healthy body, and healthy soul💜
Remember you are amazing too!!💜
Much love, health and blessings always!💜
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much!!! Blogging really has been so much fun and I love meeting so many new people!! I wish you much comfort and happiness!
Much Love Always, Alyssa
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank YOU!❤️😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
You are so very welcome!!!
LikeLike