Change for the better
The clock struck twelve midnight and signaled the change of year. The whole world was jubilant. Such jubilation was filled with noise to drive away all negatives and welcome a new beginning.
Every New Year, the idea of leaving behind something that is bad, is not uncommon. We want to be better the next time around thus we don't want to settle for the usual. Though it is a state of mind as we can do this anytime of the year, it becomes a yearly return.
Changing for the better would mean not committing previous mistakes or simply making better acts, if chance permits. As we welcome the New Year, we think of anything that would make us better persons. And we commit to some life's resolutions.
A promise that a person makes at the end of the year, a resolution can be improving oneself, breaking a habit, sacrificing something or just trying to be a better person overall.
The original New Year's resolution came from the ancient Babylonians who at the end of each year would make a vow to God that they would return all objects they borrowed and pay off their debts to others. Originally, resolutions came from the Catholic holiday of Lent where one sacrifices something for 40 days. Whether it's losing weight, going to the gym, or kicking an unhealthy habit, resolutions are all about self improvement and we can't knock them for that.
Few individuals whose resolutions have caught my attention: Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has a different way of making his resolutions. This is by asking other people's resolutions for him. In the past, according to his recent Facebook post, they have included "learning to speak Mandarin" and "being a vegetarian." For him, probably he wants to listen as he values followers' wishes for him, his way of being open to views and criticisms.
For Kim Kardashian, she hopes for less negativity and no mean comments on social media. She likewise calls for an end to bullying, as social media becomes an avenue for some to tarnish reputation. Donald J. Trump calls even all haters and losers to work hard, be smart, and to always remember that winning takes care of everything.
Cofounder and CEO of The Global Poverty Project Hugh Evans is committed to ending extreme poverty. For him, 2015 is a pivotal year for the movement to end extreme poverty by 2030. His resolution is to use Global Citizen's unique mix of disruptive events, grassroots organizing, and digital campaigning to hold our world leaders accountable to create a world where clean water and toilets are taken for granted, where no one goes to bed hungry, children have access to immunizations, and no child is denied an education.
According to Latin Times, to lose weight, every year, is the most popular New Year's resolution and it is the hardest to keep. "If you're a gym rat already, you know it's the beginning of the year when you start having to wait for machines and weights at your local gym. We believe this is caused by the over indulgence during the holiday season. We love using cold weather as an excuse not to hit the exercise regimen, so making this your New Year's resolution could be just the motivation you need." Please do remember that getting physically fit is not only for ourselves but also for our loved ones who need us most.
The best New Year's resolution can be a monumental goal or something you've been waiting for years to try and accomplish. Whether it's running a marathon, finishing a painting, writing a book, or building a piece of furniture, 2015 is the year to get it done.
At the end of the day, we still want to be relevant in what we do-for others. Therefore we think of what else we can offer, what else we can change. And make a difference. As change is inevitable, some people change for the better and some for the worst, we can either embrace them or replace them. But since it is a positive change, it has to be a personal commitment, not a yearly craze.
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