We tend to make big resolutions on New Years. The word resolution is an interesting one- I resolute to do something. It sounds strict and finite. I prefer the word intention. With intention, the idea and hope exists without a feeling of guilt or shame when the task is not perfectly accomplished.
I too am a culprit of making grandiose resolutions on January 1st. However, I do set intentions for myself every day. I set intentions at various points throughout the day- in the shower, as I leave my apartment, before I go to bed, etc… I surround myself with physical reminders of my intentions as well. I also change my intentions every day.
Today, my intention is to grow. I would like to grow in wild vivid ways. To know that I am rooted in the earth and my branches are strong and free.
2 comments:
I like your idea of intentions and how intentions can change and adjust to our imperfections. I hope to carry out some good intentions now and throughout the year.
I can't wait to see how you grow in wild and vivid ways...
--TT
Very wise words. It's not always smart to make strict resolutions that you won't follow through with. That could just be setting up for failure.
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