As I wrote last year, I’m not a big fan of making New Year’s resolutions. It’s not like I’m the only one out there who feels like that; I think every blogger on the planet has the same idea. The difference is that a lot of them just seem contemptuous. I get the feeling most of them have tried and failed and now hate the idea because it’s “cool” to do so. Whatever the reason, there is definitely a backlash. I’m fine with that.
The rest of this post is about what I aim to accomplish this year. This isn’t an all-inclusive list but a few of the larger goals I intend to shoot for. Not all of them have complete plans yet but I’ll be forming those throughout the year and am working on creating weekly and monthly milestones to make sure I’m on track.
In 2013, I plan to raise my financial IQ, something I should have done a long time ago. I’m on track to pay off most of my debt and so it’s time to start learning about investment options. By the end of the year, I plan to have some sort of mid-term investment account to complement my savings and 401K.
In 2013, I plan to continue strength training while focusing on prehab and mobility for both hips and lower back, my two weakest points.
In 2013, I plan to continue my experiment with 24-hour fasting by incorporating two fasts per week, every week.
In 2013, I plan to finally attend my first round of professional firearms training. The instructor has already been chosen, I’m just waiting for the release of the training schedules.
In 2013, I plan to attend a survival training course with Willow Haven Outdoor.
In 2013, I plan to get back to serious photography. I already have two or three projects in various stages of conception.
In 2013, I plan to be more conscious of my dental health. Yes, this one is a little different than the others but still very important. I’ve been fortunate enough to have exceptionally healthy teeth my entire life. However, I’ve not been to a dentist in longer than I care to admit and haven’t always been the most vigilant with things like flossing.
Technically, these could be referred to as “resolutions” but that term has a weak connotation; most resolutions tend to be non-specific. I’d much prefer specific goals that I can quantify.
I have a feeling this will be a great year.
