I've never been one to make resolutions, especially those for New Years. Don't get me wrong, I try to constantly be aware of things I could change or improve, but I'm not one to use the excuse of a new year to take an inventory of my life and make those changes. But, it just so happens, that right now is one of those many moments throughout the year that I've realized I need to make some major adjustments. And when I say major, I mean MAJOR.
1. Scripture study. Sure, I do plenty of studying...plenty. But none of that this past semester has been scripture study. I've realized that I can get along just fine without it, but if I truly want to learn and to grow, both academically and spiritually, I need to be sure to fit in scripture study on a daily basis. I know this whole "daily basis" thing won't start right away, that I'm going to miss a few days here and there because, well, that's just what happens, but scripture study will definitely become much more frequent and important in my daily schedule. And to prove that point...here's a little break for that scripture study.
2. Personal prayer. Wow, am I bad at this one too. I've always been the type of person to pray for three reasons: when I really need something, when someone else really needs something, or when I realize I haven't prayed for a while. Prayer has never, ever been a habit of mine...and I'm nearly 23 years old! This has got to change! How bad does it make me feel when the boy doesn't text me for an hour? Awful. How must my Heavenly Father feel when I haven't talked to him for days? Doubly awful, I'm sure. How do I feel right now for realizing this? Awful, again. I've had some incredible experiences through prayer, I know the power and peace that comes from it, so why have I not made it a priority? I don't know the answer to that question, but I do know that starting this exact moment...prayer is going to happen. Again, this won't be a "daily basis" experience right from the get go, but it will be eventually. In fact, this will be a "multi-daily basis" eventually and I am so excited for that to happen.
3. Yoga. I know I talk about yoga a lot. So much, in fact, the boy got me a yoga mat for Christmas...a green one! But trust me, yoga does wonders for your body and your spirit. From here on out, I will also make more time for yoga. To be able to meditate for even just five minutes a day is so rejuvenating, and the stretches don't hurt either. If you don't believe me, try it for yourself. Heck, why not pray while meditating?
4. Service. I used to volunteer for everything I could get my hands on. Recently, that is not the case. I know I can't commit to so many hours per day, per week, or even per month, but anything I can do will help. I commit to look for opportunities to serve others, whether they be through large organizations or baking cookies for the widower next door, I know I can serve someone.
So, here's a quick re-cap of those things I need to change for those of you who got lost during the scripture study break.
1. Daily scripture study.
2. Multi-daily prayer.
3. Daily yoga, even if it's just five minutes of meditation.
4. Service--whenever, wherever, however.
What are your "resolutions"?
2 comments:
1. I liked the scripture study break you took in your blog. But did you really take a break?
2. Prayer is good.
3. Yoga stretches do hurt. Remember my fantastic experience? Case in point. Yoga = not fun. You are weird.
4. I always feel guilty for not doing service and I know I need to do more, but I never do. Go me!
As for my resolutions, I am going to get asked out just once this year. It's gonna be tough, but I think I can do it!
I started reading my scriptures everyday and when I do I make sure to read them slowly and think about what I am reading. This simple thing really helped me get my spiritual life back together.
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