Goodbye 2021 ... Hello 2022

[IceWizard]

It's the last day of a challenging year to put it mild...
Hopefully, you and all your loved ones will have a
much better 2022 ...









Let's Kick off the New Year Right
Here Are 55 New Year's Resolution Ideas
for 2022






1. Focus on a Passion, Not the Way You Look

Influencer Mik Zazon, who’s on a mission to “normalize normal bodies,”
tells Parade, “… I want to inform readers that resolutions are in fact NOT
an invitation to start a diet or a workout plan but a beautiful reminder
that a new year can bring new life to our passions.”

Still want to find a better you, physically, in 2022? In that case…


2. Work out to feel good, not be thinner.

Instead of obsessing over the scale, obsess over how amazing you
feel since you started being more active.
Numbers don’t mean much.


3. Stop gossiping.

Don’t be that person. Spread positivity.


4. Give one compliment a day.

You never know—it just might make that
person feel a whole lot better.


5. Go a whole day without checking your email.

Nobody’s going to die.
It can wait until tomorrow.


6. Do Random Acts of Kindness

Norbert, the famous therapy dog, reminds us that anyone can be kind,
and it costs you nothing.

“I may be only 3 pounds, but it’s not the size of the dog,
it’s the size of the heart that counts. Through social media,
I love to bring joy into people’s lives by making them smile
with my photos and videos … I think acts of kindness and
generosity make the world a better place. We call my community
of nearly two million followers worldwide the ‘Norberthood.’
We encourage caring and compassion and believe it is better
to be thoughtful and kind than to bully. Let’s spread smiles
together!
As I say, you don’t have to be big to make a BIG difference in the world.”


7. Read a book a month.

Haven’t you heard? Reading is good for your brain, it can reduce stress,
and it can improve your memory and concentration.


8. Go someplace you’ve never been.

Step outside of your comfort zone and do something daring.
It’s good for the soul and forces you to learn new things.


9. Clear out the clutter.

Clutter is literally bad for your health.
Research says it stresses you out.
Make 2021 the year of organization and cleanliness.


10. Turn off your phone one night a week.

You’re sleeping anyway. You don’t need it!


11. Reduce your waste.

Some research says that the average American produces over
2,000 pounds of trash every year. Gross. Reduce your waste
by ditching paper towels in favor of rags you cut up from old
towels and clothes. Another easy switch is reusable grocery bags.

It makes a difference!


12. Volunteer.

Not only is volunteering good for your own mental and physical health,
but you’re doing something kind and selfless for others.


13. Travel on a small budget.

“Traveling on a budget is all about flexibility and being willing to sacrifice
a bit of comfort and luxury in favor of seeing the world and the life-changing
experiences that travel comes with,” says Eli Solidum,
The Partying Traveler. “A lot of people have the idea that travel needs to
be luxurious and holidays need to be expensive for them to be fun.
My experience over the last three years of budget backpacking says otherwise.”


14. Write down one thing you’re grateful for every night.

End the night with gratitude and you’ll feel better
when you lay your head down on your pillow.


15. Drink more water.

You’ve probably heard that your body needs it.
75 percent of us are chronically dehydrated.
Drink up!


16. Take some of your paychecks and put it in savings or investment.

Even just a small percentage can really add up down the line.
Plan for the future and don’t be silly with your money.


17. Stop multi-tasking.

Multi-tasking can lead to memory problems,
it reduces our brains’ grey matter, it hurts productivity
and efficiency, and it can even increase stress, anxiety,
and depression.
Focus on one thing at a time.


18. Talk to yourself with kindness.

We aim to be nice to others but then criticize ourselves relentlessly.
Stop! Think nicer things about yourself.


19. Call a friend instead of texting them.

You can Facetime them for extra measure!


20. Don’t buy things you don’t need.

Bad habit. We love to spend money even
if it’s for no good reason.
Don’t need it? Don’t buy it.


21. Keep a journal.

The University of Rochester Medical Center says that journaling
can help battle anxiety, stress, and depression.
Even if you write only a few sentences, you can reap the benefits.



22. Clean out your car.

It’s so easy for it to become trashed,
especially if you drive a lot.
Spot clean as you go so that your ride is
always looking sharp.


23. Put your bills on autopay.

If this won’t put you under any financial stress, do it!
It’s one less thing you have to think about and
you’ll never pay late fees again. Win-win.


24. Take the stairs.

It’s good for your caboose.


25. Go to the dentist when you’re supposed to.

Your oral health can actually have an impact on things that
are happening in other parts of your body, like your heart and lungs.


26. Be kind on social media.

“I think everyone who uses social media should strive to empathize
more with strangers and respond to others on the internet with kindness,”
says Julia, also known as itsblitzzz. “Don’t let hate or bullying be
motivation for interacting on social platforms.”


27. Let go of grudges.

Wouldn’t it be nice to start 2021 with a clean slate?
Leave hate behind. Anger is so 2020.


28. Stay in touch with the people who matter.

Even a quick call, text, or email
can make a world of difference.


29. Try a totally new restaurant.

Go on. Be adventurous.
Get that strange sushi roll or order takeout
from the Indian restaurant that just opened
up down the street.


30. Start a new hobby.

Do new stuff. Let yourself blossom in 2021.


31. Travel somewhere without posting about it on social media.

“No status updates, no photos… just go on vacation and not tell anyone,”
says travel writer Reannon Muth. “That might seem silly but in a world
where ‘it didn’t happen unless you post it about it on Instagram,’ it can
be a challenge to resist the temptation to post that sunset beach photo
or poolside cocktail selfie.”


32. Bring a plant into your home.

They might help reduce your stress and
improve your productivity.


33. Sanitize your personal belongings.

Cell phones might be the dirtiest things we touch all day,
with 25,127 bacteria per square inch.
Nasty.


34. Start cooking!

Bonus points if it’s something you feel like you’re not good at.


35. Buy less plastic.

It’s polluting our oceans, destroying the earth,
and hurting animals.
Be more aware of what you’re buying.


36. Send handwritten letters.

Nobody does this anymore, and it’s such a thoughtful, genuine gesture.
Make somebody’s day!


37. Donate clothes you never wear.

We tend to hang onto stuff “just in case.”
If you haven’t worn it in a year,
give someone else the chance to.


38. Pay off your credit card every month.

And if something is so expensive, you think that you
won’t be able to? Don’t buy it.


39. Avoid people who complain a lot.

It doesn’t matter how positive a person you are.
Negativity spreads, and it will impact you.

And on a similar note…


40. Remove negativity or anything that makes you feel lousy.

Even things like super sad movies or
news sources that just upset you.


41. Travel somewhere with no map.

“I’d also recommend going on a road trip without using
Apple or Google maps. No GPS. Just start driving and
see where it takes you,” says Muth. “You’ll never know
what sort of fun and exciting adventure you’ll end up
on as a result.”


42. Wear sunscreen.

The sun can do damage even when you’re driving in the car.
Make SPF your new best friend.


43. Cook more.

It’s therapeutic, and you’ll probably end up with
something pretty darn delicious.


44. Get a Real Haircut

Some of us are so attached to our hair—literally and figuratively.
Chop off a few inches.
You might feel like a new person.


45. Do Something That Scares You

Practice a little bravery.


46. Make Your Bed Every Morning

Making your bed helps you accomplish something
first thing in the morning and thus starts your day with success.


47. Stay on Top of Your Inbox

Is the number of unread messages creeping up on you?
Stay on top of it and aim to clear your inbox out throughout the week.


48. Try Guided Meditation

Meditation offers a whole host of science-based benefits,
including reduced stress and anxiety and improved memory
and attention span.
Try an app like Headspace.


49. Stretch It Out

We spend so much time sitting and staring at our phones,
all hunched over. Loosen up those tight muscles with even
just five minutes of stretching each day.


50. Craft Something Yourself

Even if you’re not the artsiest, DIY-type of person, the satisfaction you
get from making something with your own hands is undeniable.
It can be as small as a candle or as big as a coffee table.


51. Go to Bed Happy Each Night

“Never go to bed angry.”
It’s a cliche, but it’s true.
Aim to start and end each day with happiness and gratitude.


52. Spot Clean as You Go

Overwhelmed by a filthy house you have to clean from top to bottom
each weekend?
Simple solution:
Clean as you go. Wash dirty dishes after each meal and
wipe down toilets and countertops throughout the week.
Easy peasy.


53. Pay it Forward

Did someone do something nice for you recently?
2021 is a great time to do something nice for another.
Maybe you’ll pay for someone’s coffee in the Starbucks
drive-thru or buy a meal for a homeless person.
Receive good things, and spread them, too.


54. Talk Less, Listen More

Good things happen and you learn and notice so much
when you spend more time listening.


55. Whatever Your Goals Are, Write Them Down

People who write down their goals are 42 percent more likely
to achieve them.
Whatever you want in 2021,
commit it to paper.

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It's the last day of a challenging year to put it mild...
Hopefully, you and all your loved ones will have a
much better 2022 ...









Let's Kick off the New Year Right
Here Are 55 New Year's Resolution Ideas
for 2022






1. Focus on a Passion, Not the Way You Look

Influencer Mik Zazon, who’s on a mission to “normalize normal bodies,”
tells Parade, “… I want to inform readers that resolutions are in fact NOT
an invitation to start a diet or a workout plan but a beautiful reminder
that a new year can bring new life to our passions.”

Still want to find a better you, physically, in 2022? In that case…


2. Work out to feel good, not be thinner.

Instead of obsessing over the scale, obsess over how amazing you
feel since you started being more active.
Numbers don’t mean much.


3. Stop gossiping.

Don’t be that person. Spread positivity.


4. Give one compliment a day.

You never know—it just might make that
person feel a whole lot better.


5. Go a whole day without checking your email.

Nobody’s going to die.
It can wait until tomorrow.


6. Do Random Acts of Kindness

Norbert, the famous therapy dog, reminds us that anyone can be kind,
and it costs you nothing.

“I may be only 3 pounds, but it’s not the size of the dog,
it’s the size of the heart that counts. Through social media,
I love to bring joy into people’s lives by making them smile
with my photos and videos … I think acts of kindness and
generosity make the world a better place. We call my community
of nearly two million followers worldwide the ‘Norberthood.’
We encourage caring and compassion and believe it is better
to be thoughtful and kind than to bully. Let’s spread smiles
together!
As I say, you don’t have to be big to make a BIG difference in the world.”


7. Read a book a month.

Haven’t you heard? Reading is good for your brain, it can reduce stress,
and it can improve your memory and concentration.


8. Go someplace you’ve never been.

Step outside of your comfort zone and do something daring.
It’s good for the soul and forces you to learn new things.


9. Clear out the clutter.

Clutter is literally bad for your health.
Research says it stresses you out.
Make 2021 the year of organization and cleanliness.


10. Turn off your phone one night a week.

You’re sleeping anyway. You don’t need it!


11. Reduce your waste.

Some research says that the average American produces over
2,000 pounds of trash every year. Gross. Reduce your waste
by ditching paper towels in favor of rags you cut up from old
towels and clothes. Another easy switch is reusable grocery bags.

It makes a difference!


12. Volunteer.

Not only is volunteering good for your own mental and physical health,
but you’re doing something kind and selfless for others.


13. Travel on a small budget.

“Traveling on a budget is all about flexibility and being willing to sacrifice
a bit of comfort and luxury in favor of seeing the world and the life-changing
experiences that travel comes with,” says Eli Solidum,
The Partying Traveler. “A lot of people have the idea that travel needs to
be luxurious and holidays need to be expensive for them to be fun.
My experience over the last three years of budget backpacking says otherwise.”


14. Write down one thing you’re grateful for every night.

End the night with gratitude and you’ll feel better
when you lay your head down on your pillow.


15. Drink more water.

You’ve probably heard that your body needs it.
75 percent of us are chronically dehydrated.
Drink up!


16. Take some of your paychecks and put it in savings or investment.

Even just a small percentage can really add up down the line.
Plan for the future and don’t be silly with your money.


17. Stop multi-tasking.

Multi-tasking can lead to memory problems,
it reduces our brains’ grey matter, it hurts productivity
and efficiency, and it can even increase stress, anxiety,
and depression.
Focus on one thing at a time.


18. Talk to yourself with kindness.

We aim to be nice to others but then criticize ourselves relentlessly.
Stop! Think nicer things about yourself.


19. Call a friend instead of texting them.

You can Facetime them for extra measure!


20. Don’t buy things you don’t need.

Bad habit. We love to spend money even
if it’s for no good reason.
Don’t need it? Don’t buy it.


21. Keep a journal.

The University of Rochester Medical Center says that journaling
can help battle anxiety, stress, and depression.
Even if you write only a few sentences, you can reap the benefits.



22. Clean out your car.

It’s so easy for it to become trashed,
especially if you drive a lot.
Spot clean as you go so that your ride is
always looking sharp.


23. Put your bills on autopay.

If this won’t put you under any financial stress, do it!
It’s one less thing you have to think about and
you’ll never pay late fees again. Win-win.


24. Take the stairs.

It’s good for your caboose.


25. Go to the dentist when you’re supposed to.

Your oral health can actually have an impact on things that
are happening in other parts of your body, like your heart and lungs.


26. Be kind on social media.

“I think everyone who uses social media should strive to empathize
more with strangers and respond to others on the internet with kindness,”
says Julia, also known as itsblitzzz. “Don’t let hate or bullying be
motivation for interacting on social platforms.”


27. Let go of grudges.

Wouldn’t it be nice to start 2021 with a clean slate?
Leave hate behind. Anger is so 2020.


28. Stay in touch with the people who matter.

Even a quick call, text, or email
can make a world of difference.


29. Try a totally new restaurant.

Go on. Be adventurous.
Get that strange sushi roll or order takeout
from the Indian restaurant that just opened
up down the street.


30. Start a new hobby.

Do new stuff. Let yourself blossom in 2021.


31. Travel somewhere without posting about it on social media.

“No status updates, no photos… just go on vacation and not tell anyone,”
says travel writer Reannon Muth. “That might seem silly but in a world
where ‘it didn’t happen unless you post it about it on Instagram,’ it can
be a challenge to resist the temptation to post that sunset beach photo
or poolside cocktail selfie.”


32. Bring a plant into your home.

They might help reduce your stress and
improve your productivity.


33. Sanitize your personal belongings.

Cell phones might be the dirtiest things we touch all day,
with 25,127 bacteria per square inch.
Nasty.


34. Start cooking!

Bonus points if it’s something you feel like you’re not good at.


35. Buy less plastic.

It’s polluting our oceans, destroying the earth,
and hurting animals.
Be more aware of what you’re buying.


36. Send handwritten letters.

Nobody does this anymore, and it’s such a thoughtful, genuine gesture.
Make somebody’s day!


37. Donate clothes you never wear.

We tend to hang onto stuff “just in case.”
If you haven’t worn it in a year,
give someone else the chance to.


38. Pay off your credit card every month.

And if something is so expensive, you think that you
won’t be able to? Don’t buy it.


39. Avoid people who complain a lot.

It doesn’t matter how positive a person you are.
Negativity spreads, and it will impact you.

And on a similar note…


40. Remove negativity or anything that makes you feel lousy.

Even things like super sad movies or
news sources that just upset you.


41. Travel somewhere with no map.

“I’d also recommend going on a road trip without using
Apple or Google maps. No GPS. Just start driving and
see where it takes you,” says Muth. “You’ll never know
what sort of fun and exciting adventure you’ll end up
on as a result.”


42. Wear sunscreen.

The sun can do damage even when you’re driving in the car.
Make SPF your new best friend.


43. Cook more.

It’s therapeutic, and you’ll probably end up with
something pretty darn delicious.


44. Get a Real Haircut

Some of us are so attached to our hair—literally and figuratively.
Chop off a few inches.
You might feel like a new person.


45. Do Something That Scares You

Practice a little bravery.


46. Make Your Bed Every Morning

Making your bed helps you accomplish something
first thing in the morning and thus starts your day with success.


47. Stay on Top of Your Inbox

Is the number of unread messages creeping up on you?
Stay on top of it and aim to clear your inbox out throughout the week.


48. Try Guided Meditation

Meditation offers a whole host of science-based benefits,
including reduced stress and anxiety and improved memory
and attention span.
Try an app like Headspace.


49. Stretch It Out

We spend so much time sitting and staring at our phones,
all hunched over. Loosen up those tight muscles with even
just five minutes of stretching each day.


50. Craft Something Yourself

Even if you’re not the artsiest, DIY-type of person, the satisfaction you
get from making something with your own hands is undeniable.
It can be as small as a candle or as big as a coffee table.


51. Go to Bed Happy Each Night

“Never go to bed angry.”
It’s a cliche, but it’s true.
Aim to start and end each day with happiness and gratitude.


52. Spot Clean as You Go

Overwhelmed by a filthy house you have to clean from top to bottom
each weekend?
Simple solution:
Clean as you go. Wash dirty dishes after each meal and
wipe down toilets and countertops throughout the week.
Easy peasy.


53. Pay it Forward

Did someone do something nice for you recently?
2021 is a great time to do something nice for another.
Maybe you’ll pay for someone’s coffee in the Starbucks
drive-thru or buy a meal for a homeless person.
Receive good things, and spread them, too.


54. Talk Less, Listen More

Good things happen and you learn and notice so much
when you spend more time listening.


55. Whatever Your Goals Are, Write Them Down

People who write down their goals are 42 percent more likely
to achieve them.
Whatever you want in 2021,
commit it to paper.

Happy New Year, Ice!  What an amazing list, all spot on!  I'll remember this, and I'm sure I'll come back to it often for inspiration.  

[Charon]

   

Come on 2022. Make our days... *and, Lord Jesus, hold us up when we are weak or in danger of falling. Don't allow fear to frighten your people. You are not surprised by anything that has been happening. Heal Your People. I pray.*

[Charon]

Where does the term draconian measures come from?
Did you know? Draconian comes from Draco, the name of a 7th-century B.C. Athenian legislator who created a written code of law. Draco's code was intended to clarify existing laws, but its severity is what made it really memorable.

[Charon]

Ladies of Humorous
Zàkà Rià · Decembe61pr 5g23, 120212 oat 2:73e83 iPM ·
I love this reminder from Elizabeth Gilbert:
“Some years ago, I was stuck on a crosstown bus in New York City during rush hour. Traffic was barely moving. The bus was filled with cold, tired people who were deeply irritated with one another, with the world itself. Two men barked at each other about a shove that might or might not have been intentional. A pregnant woman got on, and nobody offered her a seat. Rage was in the air; no mercy would be found here.
But as the bus approached Seventh Avenue, the driver got on the intercom."Folks," he said, "I know you have had a rough day and you are frustrated. I can’t do anything about the weather or traffic, but here is what I can do. As each one of you gets off the bus, I will reach out my hand to you. As you walk by, drop your troubles into the palm of my hand, okay? Don’t take your problems home to your families tonight, just leave them with me. My route goes right by the Hudson River, and when I drive by there later, I will open the window and throw your troubles in the water."
It was as if a spell had lifted. Everyone burst out laughing. Faces gleamed with surprised delight. People who had been pretending for the past hour not to notice each other’s existence were suddenly grinning at each other like, is this guy serious?
Oh, he was serious.
At the next stop, just as promised, the driver reached out his hand, palm up, and waited. One by one, all the exiting commuters placed their hand just above his and mimed the gesture of dropping something into his palm. Some people laughed as they did this, some teared up but everyone did it. The driver repeated the same lovely ritual at the next stop, too. And the next. All the way to the river.
We live in a hard world, my friends. Sometimes it is extra difficult to be a human being. Sometimes you have a bad day. Sometimes you have a bad day that lasts for several years. You struggle and fail. You lose jobs, money, friends, faith, and love. You witness horrible events unfolding in the news, and you become fearful and withdrawn. There are times when everything seems cloaked in darkness. You long for the light but don’t know where to find it.
But what if you are the light? What if you are the very agent of illumination that a dark situation begs for?. That’s what this bus driver taught me, that anyone can be the light, at any moment. This guy wasn’t some big power player. He wasn’t a spiritual leader. He wasn’t some media-savvy influencer. He was a bus driver, one of society’s most invisible workers. But he possessed real power, and he used it beautifully for our benefit.
When life feels especially grim, or when I feel particularly powerless in the face of the world’s troubles, I think of this man and ask myself, What can I do, right now, to be the light? Of course, I can’t personally end all wars, or solve global warming, or transform vexing people into entirely different creatures. I definitely can’t control traffic. But I do have some influence on everyone I brush up against, even if we never speak or learn each other’s name.
"No matter who you are, or where you are, or how mundane or tough your situation may seem, I believe you can illuminate your world. In fact, I believe this is the only way the world will ever be illuminated, one bright act of grace at a time, all the way to the river."~~
~ Elizabeth Gilbert

Give your problems to God. An higher power. Then release them to Him. Pray. But don't pick those problems back up.

[Analin]

2022 has already kicked my butt into a severe depression. Maybe its seasonal. Maybe its the pandemic. Maybe its loneliness. I can't dig my way out of this. I don't know the solution, I don't even know the problem. This is why I haven't been posting.  I hate to be so negative. I'm so sorry. I think I need a grippy sock vacation

[IceWizard]

Maybe a few jokes could lighten your load...

We are here to help if and when we can


Ice

[Analin]

Thank you for responding Ice. It does make me feel better that you did. We don't know each other in real life yet here you are. I appreciate you.

[IceWizard]

We are a small family here and treat one another as such..
We may not recognize one another if we were to pass in a
phone booth, but that matters not... It's how one presents one's
self... We have folks here in dire striates and try our dead level best
To assist within reason, we are not Drs, therapists or such, just
people that care for others ... We never ask anything of others
that we wouldn't do for our irl family members ...

Sorry to drop it on ya, you ARE a part of the family ...

Ice

[Charon]