Predictions are novelties but “actions speak louder than words”. The only question about the future that any of us can actually answer is “What will I do?”
Long Live George Jetson
When I was a kid, I loved The Jetsons cartoon. Watching George flying to work, dropping off daughter Judy, Boy Elroy and Jane his wife, then arriving to have his personal air-car “transform” to his briefcase fascinated me. The whole show was a prediction of the future but the characters were just like people in my everyday life.
Live to See it Happen
I have seen much of the technology portrayed in The Jetsons come to pass. Watching this show fueled my own dreams of the future. That was a good thing for me and for that I know that watching cartoons was NOT a waste of time! Most of all, it was FUN.
Any prediction of what will happen in the future is really just a folly, a bit of fun for the mind, doesn’t mean much in “the big picture”.
Resolutions Stink
Big, broad-stroke resolutions don’t work well. If you say you will lose fifty pounds but on this day your diet consists of pizza, burgers and beer with no exercise, you are likely setting yourself up for failure. If you however say “I will change my diet in the next month and start a daily exercise routine, you are much more likely to succeed.
Ask “What will I do?”
It’s really the only question. Years ago I made a New Year’s resolution to never make another New Year’s resolution! It worked. No longer do I make the big proclamation. Instead I try to focus on small things, small steps that can lead to a bigger result.
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It can be as simple as “I will get the trash out on time each week.” or “I will write consistently for my blog site.” Those things that are real and attainable short term, I have found, are easiest to focus on and actually accomplish.
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Good article. My wish for 2012 would be we have a reason to laugh more.
This is the time of year to reflect over the past and look forward to the future.
No since whining about 2011 – we can only take what what we experienced – draw upon the lessons learned – and set a path to make 2012 better.
I wish that all my friends love deeper, laugh more, and excel in 2012
Hi Tracy, I think I was a bit taken with the Jetsons and was usually punctually in front of the TV on Saturday morning. I totally agree with you that any plans that you may make, it is best to keep them in perspective. They certainly need to be something to strive for, but not too far up there to cause you more discouragement to the point of losing hope.
I know I have done that in the past, but have since tried to not spread myself out to thin, make one goal and then go for the next in order to keep things interesting! My hope and prayer for 2012 is that I will be able to meet many interesting people with whom I can make my friends and establish good contacts.
Wishing the best, and look forward to reading more of your blog.
Many thanks Rusty, sounds like we are on the same wavelength. I appreciate your kind comments here. Trace
I so agree about setting small tasks. Asking yourself how you will begin the first step is always a good way to start changing your life. Many people fail (as you said) because they’re looking at the big picture and make grand gestures about resolutions.
One small step at a time is more manageable, thus achievable.
There’s George Jetson! haha seems we have much in common Rusty, thanks for kind comment, I have same hope and prayers for 2012 as well… all the best, TR
I loved the Jetsons! And I’m with you and others who have commented here regarding breaking the dreams down in small tasks. I have big dreams but focus on what I can do each day to move toward them. My wish for this year is that we are all recognized and compensated for our creative work.
Thanks for the kind comment Shannon, really made my day. As you well know, there is little reward for time we spend blogging, putting thoughts and ideas out to the Internet, hoping it means something somewhere to someone. Comments like yours lets me know I am connecting… a little at a time. Thanks friend. – Trace
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