Alicia Cermak

I’m usually a little anti-new-year-resolution, as it seems foolish to select one day out of the year to set goals for yourself. Isn’t part of being successful mastering the art of setting and reaching goals… every day? In any case, I decided that it couldn’t hurt this year. 2009 should include a fresh start in a new home, so this seems like a great time to call out these changes and make them happen.

Personal Life

I’ve recently noticed that people I once considered close friends have become acquaintances. I’ve heard that this is part of “growing up” but I don’t believe that. In 2009, I want to do more to maintain and reestablish friendships.

Health

“To lose weight” is a nice resolution that just about everyone I know has done at one time or another. I’m not going that route, but I will say that in 2009 I want to eat better. I need to make sure that I’m eating balanced meals with more protein. I also need to eat fewer pre-packaged foods, and continue to cut back on eating out (having a kitchen will help!). In addition, I need to do something active every day, whether its going to the gym, the 100 pushups challenge or Wii Fit.

Work

In recent months I’ve felt as if what I’m doing at work isn’t making a dent. Without defined goals, I’m just treading water. In 2009, I need to start setting and reaching goals again.  (Is making a resolution to set goals a cop-out?)

Education

I haven’t felt like I’ve learned much (that isn’t tech related) since finishing my Bachelor’s degree, and I often find myself saying “my brain is hungry”. In 2009, I need to read more non-fiction, making a point to learn more about things that I have a deep interest in, especially those topics my formal education hasn’t delved into much, like ancient history, religion and archaeology. Additionally, I need to prepare for and take the GRE.

Happy New Year