I’m usually wary of making any type of promises to myself. But something felt different about this year, so I thought why not? I started making a list that looked like a bucket list and realized none of that is going to happen, so I limited myself to 5 realistic goals. Here we go:
01: TAKE MORE PHOTOS. I’m married to a photographer and I’m a blogger and yet we just don’t take photos outside of work. In fact, we just got back from a three day vacation where we didn’t snap one real photo. That changes this year. More photos, more sharing. Keep me accountable, k?
02: REST. I learned the importance of this four letter word last year while healing and recovering. People, you’ve got to rest. Or you will be a monster and no one will like you. Also, it’s good for your mind, body and soul. Plus, naps and going to bed early and watching brain-melt TV every once in a while is fun and good for your soul.
03: BE HEALTHY. I had a much longer resolution that involved way more words and things like ‘paleo’ and ‘run your ass off’ but this seemed daunting and let’s be honest, I don’t do daunting. Instead I’m going to try a different approach to myself this year and just challenge myself to be healthy. No end game here, just try to make healthy choices every day.
04: FINISH WHAT YOU START: I’m quite notorious around my parts for starting something or throwing out an idea and then not following it through. It could be fear of the unknown or just maybe it’s unknown, but I’d really like to finish the projects that I have on my mind for this year. I’d also like to finish a freaking book for once.
05: BE FREE. This year I want to be myself, free from anything that doesn’t let me be who I am. I want to free myself from comparison, fear, or anything else that holds me back. It’s a big goal, but I think 2014 is a big year.
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So friends, what are yours?
100 Responses
Hi Kendi, check our New Year’s Resolutions on our blog at http://www.akickinthesass.com/2013/happy-new-year/. Happy New Year!
Great goals! 2014 is going to be a big year, I think.
http://www.tothemoonandbackagain.wordpress.com
My fav is no 5……good luck with everything. x
http://vodkaandarose.blogspot.co.uk
My fav is number 1! Great goals my dear.
Elisa – My Fantabulous World
I love 3 and 5… perfect.
http://www.myclayexperience.com/
I like this idea! Sounds like a list that is easy to do, and easy to keep up with throughout the year.
My list is looking a lot more bucket list than resolutions too – but I’m okay with that. 🙂
Dearest Kendi – I truly love your posts. I can’t help but point out that you mention taking more photos….in a post with no photos.
Keeping you Accountable 😉
Theresa
all good goals! happy new year my dear! http://semiweeklyeats.blogspot.com/2014/01/resolutions.html
Simple enough but precise. I think sometimes we make huge lists and never see the ending of them. Thanks for sharing Kendi, excited to see other photos besides your outfits :)!
Ah, this year is definitely going to be defined by grace for me. I’ve been just a little too hard on myself the last 3 years running … so I think its time to offer myself a little breathing room. I’m certainly not perfect – I think I’ll stop trying to be.
Great list. Just found your blog – I look forward to reading more in the future!
I think these are perfect resolutions for the New Year… short, sweet and totally achievable! Good luck Kendi.
xoxo,
Chelsea & The City
Marvelous list. Especially the low-key “be healthy” goal. And I’m loving the “free from comparison” goal too! Rock on, girly!
very realistic goals! good luck with everything and happy new year!
xo,
maddie
http://feelingmagenta.blogspot.com/
I really like these goals. They are very realistic! Happy New Year xoxo
I look forward to seeing more photos on your blog. Great goals for the new year!
Great goals! I like #4 & #5 the best. they resonate with me too. I start today 🙂
Xo,
Belen
http://www.androbelinsider.blogspot.com
great goals
I love #5. In fact, I might make it one of my resolutions! Thank you for sharing.
I love everything about this post!! I think these are great and attainable goal–that will make life all that much better!! I have loved following you and your blog this year–you are a true inspiration, not to mention halarious!!
Tori
FashionBlingGirlyThings
It’s funny but I feel the same about this year being the year to make some realistic goals for 2014. But we have the same #1 goal-take real life pictures. Thanks for sharing!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
love your goals! mine are very similar! cheers to a new year! x
dipped in yellow
Oh this is fantastic!! I’ve been struggling trying put words to my hopes for this new year… I couldn’t agree more with what you said! Well done and thanks for sharing!
Hope
hchdesigns.blogspot.com
i love your goals. be free…absolutely perfect.
Molly {Dreams in HD}
http://dreamsinhd.blogspot.com
great goals to live by =) happy new year!!
http://oyouclassy.com
http://oyouclassy.com
2014
I will NOT renew my gym membership
Gain a few pounds
Get flexible
Facebook much less, read a lot more
Put my phone away after 8 pm
Play outside at least 15 minutes a day, with or without kids
Less coffee, more tea
Eat a healthier breakfast
Only respond to invites via phone calls or paper
Simplify
I feel like a short list with feasible goals is way better than a list with thirty points where you’ll maybe remember ten, two months in, and realise probably none. 😉
xo Andrea
Wonderful and Marvelous
I want to be more hopeful and honest about what I want in my life. I still haven’t written down specific goals for this year, but I think everything is going to be shaped around that.
totally agree.
http://gregoryxgregory.blogspot.de
These are great resolutions! They’re simple – the way I love them!
Kim
http://trendkeeper.me
Wonderful goals! Good luck! 🙂
http://neatly-packaged.blogspot.com/
Hi Kendi, check our New Year's Resolutions on our blog at http://www.akickinthesass.com/2013/happy-new-year/. Happy New Year!
Great goals! 2014 is going to be a big year, I think.
http://www.tothemoonandbackagain.wordpress.com
My fav is no 5……good luck with everything. x
http://vodkaandarose.blogspot.co.uk
Excellent goals. The goal to be free and not fear really stands out to me. I suffered fear of the unknown for many years after failing to become pregnant after trying everything, and being told i was unexplained. I felt void and began shopping and spending money like mad so i could try and numb or distract my fears. I realized that fear was affecting my body and stressing me. There is a book i recommend, its called a fear not degree is better then a ph.d. fear is the worst enemy and i think its so important to set a goal not to fear. Life has a way of working out for the better and praying and being close to God really helps. God knows all pain and he will help us thru anything if we let him. Faith, not fear.
Those are good resolutions.
My fav is number 1! Great goals my dear.
Elisa – My Fantabulous World
I love 3 and 5… perfect.
http://www.myclayexperience.com/
I like this idea! Sounds like a list that is easy to do, and easy to keep up with throughout the year.
My list is looking a lot more bucket list than resolutions too – but I'm okay with that. 🙂
Dearest Kendi – I truly love your posts. I can't help but point out that you mention taking more photos….in a post with no photos.
Keeping you Accountable 😉
Theresa
all good goals! happy new year my dear! http://semiweeklyeats.blogspot.com/2014/01/resolutions.html
Simple enough but precise. I think sometimes we make huge lists and never see the ending of them. Thanks for sharing Kendi, excited to see other photos besides your outfits :)!
Ah, this year is definitely going to be defined by grace for me. I've been just a little too hard on myself the last 3 years running … so I think its time to offer myself a little breathing room. I'm certainly not perfect – I think I'll stop trying to be.
Great list. Just found your blog – I look forward to reading more in the future!
I think these are perfect resolutions for the New Year… short, sweet and totally achievable! Good luck Kendi.
xoxo,
Chelsea & The City
Marvelous list. Especially the low-key "be healthy" goal. And I'm loving the "free from comparison" goal too! Rock on, girly!
very realistic goals! good luck with everything and happy new year!
xo,
maddie
http://feelingmagenta.blogspot.com/
I really like these goals. They are very realistic! Happy New Year xoxo
They are lovely, simple yet effective goals. I hope you have great success in 2014 and achieve everything you set out to 🙂
Away From The Blue
I look forward to seeing more photos on your blog. Great goals for the new year!
Great goals! I like #4 & #5 the best. they resonate with me too. I start today 🙂
Xo,
Belen
http://www.androbelinsider.blogspot.com
great goals
I love #5. In fact, I might make it one of my resolutions! Thank you for sharing.
i get you! i also want to be more healthier
http://glamourgirl-bg.blogspot.com/
I love everything about this post!! I think these are great and attainable goal–that will make life all that much better!! I have loved following you and your blog this year–you are a true inspiration, not to mention halarious!!
Tori
FashionBlingGirlyThings
It's funny but I feel the same about this year being the year to make some realistic goals for 2014. But we have the same #1 goal-take real life pictures. Thanks for sharing!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
love your goals! mine are very similar! cheers to a new year! x
dipped in yellow
Oh this is fantastic!! I've been struggling trying put words to my hopes for this new year… I couldn't agree more with what you said! Well done and thanks for sharing!
Hope
hchdesigns.blogspot.com
i love your goals. be free…absolutely perfect.
Molly {Dreams in HD}
http://dreamsinhd.blogspot.com
I want to read more, save more and learn more. I try to keep resolutions simple as to not disappoint come December.
Also, I do paleo about 80-90% of the time and it’s really pretty easy, plus you can eat bacon which what other healthy eating plan can you eat bacon on? none.
xo, Nina
afterthe40barfinish
I love these resolutions…short, sweet and to the point! Good luck to you and happy new year!
xo
Kelly
http://www.dreaminlace.com
great goals to live by =) happy new year!!
http://oyouclassy.com
http://oyouclassy.com
2014
I will NOT renew my gym membership
Gain a few pounds
Get flexible
Facebook much less, read a lot more
Put my phone away after 8 pm
Play outside at least 15 minutes a day, with or without kids
Less coffee, more tea
Eat a healthier breakfast
Only respond to invites via phone calls or paper
Simplify
I feel like a short list with feasible goals is way better than a list with thirty points where you'll maybe remember ten, two months in, and realise probably none. 😉
xo Andrea
Wonderful and Marvelous
I want to be more hopeful and honest about what I want in my life. I still haven't written down specific goals for this year, but I think everything is going to be shaped around that.
totally agree.
http://gregoryxgregory.blogspot.de
Good for you, I know the feeling! I don’t normally make resolutions for the year, I guess I just take it month by month. Rest and health are amazing resolutions, though! We went Paleo last Christmas and it’s been an amazing year since. It’s not that daunting, really–just cut out the foods that make you feel like crap (same foods for many people, but not all) and eat real, nutrient-dense food. It’s like magic! But no need for a buzzword, health is the real goal! Best wishes!
These are great resolutions! They're simple – the way I love them!
Kim
http://trendkeeper.me
Wonderful goals! Good luck! 🙂
http://neatly-packaged.blogspot.com/
love your goals. I too am thinking 2014 will be a big year :).
Love the goals. Simple, to the point and beautiful.
-Alyssa
http://www.pinchoflyss.blogspot.com
I’m no longer going to beat myself up and I’m taking it day by day. My 2014 philosophy is to be the best me everyday. Somedays that me will be the person I always want to be, and somedays that may mean stopping at 2 glasses of wine or not totally finishing the ice cream. It’s about being good to myself and trying to have a few small good choices add up to big good choices in my life 🙂
I even made myself a sparkly sign to put on my dresser to remind myself everyday (for like $5): http://createandcovet.com/2013/12/31/getting-ready-for-2014/
We tend to be far too hard on ourselves, and I’m sick of being my own enemy. This year I become my own friend. <3
Great resolutions girl! I definitely added a few of those to my own list. Another goal of mine though is to not be afraid to share the things I’m proud of!
2014, here we go.
-Emily
emilyorzel.tumblr.com
Excellent goals. The goal to be free and not fear really stands out to me. I suffered fear of the unknown for many years after failing to become pregnant after trying everything, and being told i was unexplained. I felt void and began shopping and spending money like mad so i could try and numb or distract my fears. I realized that fear was affecting my body and stressing me. There is a book i recommend, its called a fear not degree is better then a ph.d. fear is the worst enemy and i think its so important to set a goal not to fear. Life has a way of working out for the better and praying and being close to God really helps. God knows all pain and he will help us thru anything if we let him. Faith, not fear.
Those are good resolutions.
They are lovely, simple yet effective goals. I hope you have great success in 2014 and achieve everything you set out to 🙂
Away From The Blue
i get you! i also want to be more healthier
http://glamourgirl-bg.blogspot.com/
I want to read more, save more and learn more. I try to keep resolutions simple as to not disappoint come December.
Also, I do paleo about 80-90% of the time and it's really pretty easy, plus you can eat bacon which what other healthy eating plan can you eat bacon on? none.
xo, Nina
afterthe40barfinish
I love these resolutions…short, sweet and to the point! Good luck to you and happy new year!
xo
Kelly
http://www.dreaminlace.com
Good for you, I know the feeling! I don't normally make resolutions for the year, I guess I just take it month by month. Rest and health are amazing resolutions, though! We went Paleo last Christmas and it's been an amazing year since. It's not that daunting, really–just cut out the foods that make you feel like crap (same foods for many people, but not all) and eat real, nutrient-dense food. It's like magic! But no need for a buzzword, health is the real goal! Best wishes!
Good list – particularly like resolving to be generally healthier rather than losing a certain number of pounds or logging x amount of running per week, etc…
My resolution is the same as mine last year – to be happy. To strive to be able to say that at the end of the day/week/month/year, despite ups and downs, that I am generally happy with myself and my life. Big picture. Worked last year!
Melanie x
Style to Stage
love your goals. I too am thinking 2014 will be a big year :).
Love the goals. Simple, to the point and beautiful.
-Alyssa
http://www.pinchoflyss.blogspot.com
I'm no longer going to beat myself up and I'm taking it day by day. My 2014 philosophy is to be the best me everyday. Somedays that me will be the person I always want to be, and somedays that may mean stopping at 2 glasses of wine or not totally finishing the ice cream. It's about being good to myself and trying to have a few small good choices add up to big good choices in my life 🙂
I even made myself a sparkly sign to put on my dresser to remind myself everyday (for like $5): http://createandcovet.com/2013/12/31/getting-ready-for-2014/
We tend to be far too hard on ourselves, and I'm sick of being my own enemy. This year I become my own friend. <3
Great resolutions girl! I definitely added a few of those to my own list. Another goal of mine though is to not be afraid to share the things I'm proud of!
2014, here we go.
-Emily
emilyorzel.tumblr.com
I don’t know if its just a freaky coincidence but it seems like we have the same resolutions bar more photos (i’m thinking I should maybe take less? I know, the horror) But from other blogs I think we all seem to be thinking along the same lines, that 2014 is for living! So I think this year is tuning up to be pretty fabulous if I do say so myself 🙂
Great post, can’t wait to see what 2014 brings kendi fashion wise!
therealjlow.wordpress.com
Good list – particularly like resolving to be generally healthier rather than losing a certain number of pounds or logging x amount of running per week, etc…
My resolution is the same as mine last year – to be happy. To strive to be able to say that at the end of the day/week/month/year, despite ups and downs, that I am generally happy with myself and my life. Big picture. Worked last year!
Melanie x
Style to Stage
Great resolutions. I like the getting healthier, I know it’s on my list. Stop by and check it out.
Happy New Year!!!!!
Agi:)
vodkainfusedlemonade.com
I love those! Simple but to the point. I’m still working on firming my resolutions up… I suppose that’s a ding against your #4. Whoops! 🙂 I think I better add that one to my list too.
coffeeteaturquoiseme.com
I don't know if its just a freaky coincidence but it seems like we have the same resolutions bar more photos (i'm thinking I should maybe take less? I know, the horror) But from other blogs I think we all seem to be thinking along the same lines, that 2014 is for living! So I think this year is tuning up to be pretty fabulous if I do say so myself 🙂
Great post, can't wait to see what 2014 brings kendi fashion wise!
therealjlow.wordpress.com
Great goals! Simple and to the point, I agree with finishing what you started. I tend to have that problem too, I can’t remember the last time I finished an entire book, heck I can’t even remember the last time I finished a magazine and that’s something that really requires little to no effort. Taking the the time out to enjoy the little things like reading a book or magazine is definitely on my 2014 list of goals. 🙂
Happy New Year!
xx
Ashlei
Kinks are the new Pink
Great resolutions. I like the getting healthier, I know it's on my list. Stop by and check it out.
Happy New Year!!!!!
Agi:)
vodkainfusedlemonade.com
I love those! Simple but to the point. I'm still working on firming my resolutions up… I suppose that's a ding against your #4. Whoops! 🙂 I think I better add that one to my list too.
love these goals! i’m a fan of the simple– they are more accomplishable!
xxoo,
nikki
http://www.dreaminneon.blogspot.com
Great goals! Simple and to the point, I agree with finishing what you started. I tend to have that problem too, I can't remember the last time I finished an entire book, heck I can't even remember the last time I finished a magazine and that's something that really requires little to no effort. Taking the the time out to enjoy the little things like reading a book or magazine is definitely on my 2014 list of goals. 🙂
Happy New Year!
xx
Ashlei
Kinks are the new Pink
love these goals! i'm a fan of the simple– they are more accomplishable!
xxoo,
nikki
http://www.dreaminneon.blogspot.com
“Finish what you start” is definitely on my list for 2014 … I am always excited to start new projects and get into new things, but I never completely finish whatever it is I’m doing :p
"Finish what you start" is definitely on my list for 2014 … I am always excited to start new projects and get into new things, but I never completely finish whatever it is I'm doing :p
The last one is my favourite. That’s what I want for myself as well…to be free. To let go and live life the way I am meant to. 🙂
The last one is my favourite. That's what I want for myself as well…to be free. To let go and live life the way I am meant to. 🙂
The last two years I’ve had really long lists of goals that were difficult to track and often forgotten. This year, I did much like you and went with a shorter, more attainable list. Here’s hoping we can both stick to it!
The last two years I've had really long lists of goals that were difficult to track and often forgotten. This year, I did much like you and went with a shorter, more attainable list. Here's hoping we can both stick to it!