WHAT ARE RESOLUTIONS REALLY?

At the end of every year, the same things happen and people start to talk about resolutions that they want to achieve that next year but, half way through they can hardly remember yesterday- let alone their resolution.

Does this mean that everyone just says their resolution because everyone else is? If they didn't give one would they be socially excluded or frowned upon?

If resolutions are supposed to improve our lives- pouring it all over social media is making it more about showing their "followers" what they want to achieve rather than actually doing it.

I mean don't get me wrong I have been in the same position where I have had resolutions for the new year and then forgotten all about them but then that makes me think - what is the whole point of it?

For the last couple of years I have written in one of my notebooks, a few goals that I make up for myself in  late December that are achievable and it is linked to something I want to do.  Then throughout the year I will go back to this notebook and reflect on whether I have been doing anything towards these goals or whether I need to do more. At the end of the year about beginning of December I tick off which ones I have achieved and cross out the ones that I haven't. This way there is not as much pressure for me having to do it all at once.  I usually achieve most of them in one way or another but if I don't I usually just  transfer it to the next year. 

There is one goal I have put down for 3 years and have not achieved which is driving on the motorway, I have a massive fear but I want to start getting more confident and actually go on there so I can learn. Hopefully 2018 is my year for this goal. 


What are your opinions on resolutions? 

Do you have one? If so, please share!

HOPES FOR 2018

I can't believe 2018 is approaching.. this year has gone so fast and has been a whirlwind!! 

I have experimented more with my fashion sense which is pleasing because I am usually very self conscious of what I wear and how it looks on me so I am glad that I am coming out of my comfort zone and trying new ideas.

Since the beginning of 2017 I have mentioned multiple times that I want to improve my make up  looks and  get better at applying it which I feel I have achieved because I have taught myself how to blend, pop, smudge and get the perfect looks. It does go wrong sometimes but it is all about trial and error which will take time and I am happy with what I have learnt already!

Overall 2017 was a good year for my fashion sense and make up looks.  In other terms it wasn't that great I lost a very close family member so it was a hard time for us all but we are getting there.

Here are my hopes for 2018:

- Become more adventurous in trying out different styles,
- Carry on trying out different make up looks,
- Learn to cook different foods and bake more,
- Move out of my house and in with Alex,
- Try and get away at least once even though I have no money due to saving for rent.

I hope 2018 is the year for me, I hope to overcome some personal fears and live my life to the fullest. It is going to be hard to save money and not to go out as much or buy anything but I really want to try and succeed in something.. I will do it. I need to do more positive thinking and less overthinking and worrying!


What are your hopes for 2018?