Saying 'time flies' is an understatement for how quickly 2011 zipped right by us. It's now 2012 and with this fact comes renewed hopes, dreams, goals, ideas and strategies for all of us. So aside from the usual get-in-better-shape resolution, what personal monologue did you have with yourself as 2011 was ending? What do you hope to accomplish/change for your new year?
While I'm an advocate of always looking your best and believing that when you look good, you feel good (or better), my resolutions are always attainable ones that I can practice daily. Not that I don't challenge myself (believe me, I'm my own worst critic and best cheerleader in one!) but I find business goals more challenging than personal ones (and not a resolution to make but a lifestyle to aspire to). So since I am fueled by things that make me happy and smile in life, I'd rather make a resolution that supports that, and encourage you to do the same.
Sometimes something as simple as getting a new haircut, changing you lipstick shade, wearing more color in your wardrobe, adding a fun accessory to an outfit, or even just smiling more in general (yes, even at strangers) can start a chain-reaction in you. Despite what you may have gone through or what you have ahead of you, live your life and (try) to enjoy yourself. Don't waste energy (or sleep) on things you can't change or have no control over. Make 2012 the year of optimism and throw pessimism out with 2011.
Whether you work from the inside out or outside in, you can achieve what you set out to attain, so looking good while you're doing it couldn't hurt. Happy New Year everyone and remember to smile.
