New Year, New Goals

2017 was a good year for me. I got married. Published my third book. Got promoted up the ice hockey coaching staff. Surpassed my reading goal of 30 books. I was even on my very first podcast, thanks to Ben Tanzer and TWCYL, Inc.

But I’m not blind, I see how much turmoil has a choke-hold on America (and Earth). I know the world doesn’t revolve around me. Humanity is going through this tough paradigm shift, as we try to adapt to the rapid and exponential growth of technology. Things we thought we’ve outgrown have come back from the dead to haunt us. Perhaps due to Trump’s term, or perhaps not. Maybe he’s only a catalyst.

It seems our governments are conciliating with us, though their actions do not match what they are saying. Things are becoming more transparent every single day.

Yes, things are fcked up. But that doesn’t negate the fact that this is the absolute greatest time to be a human being on planet Earth. We cannot forget that going into 2018. Otherwise, we’re setting ourselves up for failure.

I think, now more than ever, it is important to have yourself some personal goals defined. Not just for success, but for growth and optimism too. Have your sights set on objectives you wish to obtain. Make yourself grow with those around you. Most importantly, help others remain focused on their goals too.

The only way we’re going to get through the hard times ahead is with unity. Togetherness spreads happiness.

So here’s my unsolicited advice for 2018:

• create new goals — write them down and envision yourself accomplishing them
• don’t be afraid to fail — reflect on why, re-adjust, and keep moving
• keep an open mind — stay learning and don’t fear to seek (and see) the truth
• revise your plan as needed— don’t stick to the past or future, there is only the present
• use your time wisely — if you don’t like something, change it instead of dwelling on it — manifest your own reality
• help others — building a community is the only way things will be better

We have the ability to make things better than they already are. But the only way to do that is to promote togetherness. Things got this way because of the divide instilled upon us. Don’t fall for it. 

Yes, there are terrible things still happening in the world: racism, slavery, continued sexism, indoctrination, human trafficking, elitist oppression. The list goes on. I am not saying these things don’t exist. There must always be a balance.

Rather, we must remain focused on trying to fix them — eradicate the things we know are ruining us. We must work together to take steps towards alleviating whatever suffering we can. Even if that means smiling at a stranger or giving up your seat on the subway. Kindness goes a lot further than you think.

Setting goals with this positive lens not only betters the individual but the collective as well. 2018 will be what we make it. 

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