Embrace December's Dance of Delusive Resolutions
December comes as an annual festival celebrated uniquely across the globe, a merry dance of reflection and resolution-making, wrapped in glitter and good intentions. For many, it’s a time to review those ambitious resolutions made the previous year, often with a mix of humor and wistfulness, recognizing human proclivities toward procrastination. Were there promises of mastering the guitar that now gathers dust or a book left unwritten? Fear not; these are not failures but life’s unscripted journey.
The Art of Procrastination: A Lifestyle Choice
Embrace the truth: procrastination isn’t merely a flaw; it’s an art form. A masterpiece crafted with the finesse of excuses, fears, endless social media scrolling, and the evergreen belief that next month will be different. This lifestyle choice allows room for growth, albeit horizontal at times, and the discovery of joy amid chaos. Expecting ourselves to embody superhuman discipline without relinquishing comfort is not sustainable—the brilliance lies in the unstructured pursuit of happiness.
Hopes Paved with Resolutions
As the Resolution Circus enters the stage, many enter the New Year with enthusiasm. However, common experience tells us that such resolutions often meet an untimely demise due to unrealistic expectations. This isn’t a weakness; it’s a reminder to focus on what truly matters, valuing growth over perfection. Relationships, rather than effortless Bluetooth connections, require nurturing—failure here is often masked by attempts at quick fixes but remembering that genuine connection requires patience and presence.
The Real Resolution: Embrace Simplicity
Perhaps the singular resolution worth pursuing is the charm of realistic expectations—over oneself and others. Embrace the art of setting attainable goals, and relinquishing the myth that productivity equates to purpose or happiness. Become the brand of your own life; define what you stand for and the unique value you offer in your communities. Resist outsourcing joy to worldly achievements or material gains and remember: growth, not flawless execution, is the essence of life.
In Conclusion: Live Impeccably Human
In the grand scheme, consider December as the first step towards a lighter, more self-aware journey into the new year. It’s not a failure to leave some dreams unfinished; rather, celebrate what was accomplished imperfectly yet authentically. Find solace in the present, unburdened by comparison or self-inflicted timelines.
So here’s to sprawling on a yoga mat that occasionally moonlights as a towel rack, or sketchbooks that cradle a singular sketch. Here’s to the sweet, profound realization that progress is human, expansive, and often imperfectly wonderful. And remember: should you join the gym come January, spare the towels—for those, too, have resolutions.
Have a joyful December and an impending New Year of realistic resolutions and joyful living!
Sanjeev Kotnala is a brand and marketing consultant, writer, coach and mentor.
