There are many things I could reflect upon today, thinking back over the last year, but I find I’m not really in the mood for reflection. I’m in the mood to look ahead, hoping that 2020 is a great year for all of us. With that thought in mind, I decided to share some advice I gave myself a couple of years ago, and that I enjoy passing along from time to time, in case anyone else needs encouragement. Some of you may have read these words before, but I think they bear repeating now and then. Reminders never hurt, right? Especially at the dawn of a new year.

For others, maybe you’ll be inspired to take that first step toward a new goal or two. This could be the year you stop thinking about it and DO it, you know. And that’s what I’m wishing for everyone with a dream they haven’t dared to follow.

MAKE 2020 THE YEAR YOU
GO FOR IT!

Don’t think you can’t. You can.
Don’t wait for permission. You don’t need it.
Don’t wait for the time to be perfect. It never will be.
Don’t let age or lack of experience slow you down. The first is irrelevant, and the second will disappear as you make progress.
Do get up every day with the knowledge that your dream is worth the effort.
Do work hard. There are no shortcuts.
Do keep an open mind. There may be a better way to accomplish your goal.
Do remind yourself of your dream daily. Post It notes, memes, whatever it takes.
Do love what you’re doing. A labor of love is always the most rewarding work.
Do aim for your very best work, and never settle for less.

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Remember, one idea, one step, one thing gained at a time, and before you know it, the mountain has been climbed, and the dream has become a reality! 🙂 ❤