“Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair but manifestations of strength and resolution”

I have made a 2nd New Year's resolution. Yes, I know that is almost April, but...better late than never! And it is more than a resolution...more like a lifestyle change. I am determined to be kinder, more pensive, and less judgemental. Not that I was a raging bitch before, but I feel like I can improve in those areas. I think everyone could. Many things I say/do are misunderstood as being dishonorable, when I am not meaning them in that way. I want to live with more honor and be proud of myself at the end of the day. I want to go to sleep with a clear conscience each night, knowing that I was the best person I could possibly be that day. So here is a small listing of my little ways on my journey to being a higher quality person:

• Giving someone else the last bit of iced tea, while waiting for the next pot to brew
• Not getting angry when that Altima cut me off on the merging lanes
• Taking time to understand why Abby is freaking out, as opposed to rushing to judgement
• Being more concerned for the health of my loved ones
• Biting my lip (very hard)
• Supporting my friends in every aspect of their life
• Eliminating toxic people from my life
• Instead of interjecting my opinion/thoughts/life story when a friend is venting, be a open ear
• Getting more accomplished at work...not that I was slacking, but just need to remain more focused
• SAYING I'M SORRY when apologies are due...not waiting until it is too late
• Less crass, more class
• Trying to keep the f-bomb to a minimum (really freaking hard!)

I have only been on this kick since Friday night, but it is getting easier each day. So hopefully, the "new" me won't be a watered down version of my old self, just a more valuable one.