"A king may move a man, a father may claim a son. But remember that, even when those who move you be kings or men of power, your soul is in your keeping alone. When you stand before God you cannot say 'but I was told by others to do this' or that 'virtue was not convenient at the time.' This will not suffice. Remember that". -King Baldwin IV in Kingdom of Heaven.
I've been catching up on a lot of movies this break, both good and really poorly made movies. But this particular quote stood out to me as I was watching Kingdom of Heaven.
As I look forward to the new year, I realize that this year I really want to own up to my actions. To finally take responsibility for myself and not blame my actions on circumstances. There is not much I am in control of, but I am in control of my choices and actions in each given situation. And my actions, no matter how small can have lasting consequences.
So this year, I resolve to be responsible for myself, not blaming my shortcomings on other people or circumstances "e.g., it was the alcohol."
I resolve to not take people's reactions to me so personally, to realize a lot of times people are working through their own issues.
Other goals:
Live alone again, and this time closer to school
Pick up a Master's degree by the end of summer
Take control of my finances - to not go over-budget each month
That's all I can come up with for now. I pray and hope this year will be a year where dreams start being realized, that I will move beyond talk and take action. Happy New Year, everyone!!
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