As 2011 is coming to an end, followed by another 2000; this time, 12. The number that was dramatized by almost every factor of our lives. Media, people, associations, and so much more...
In a conversation with a close friend we were discussing the idea of how before 12 years, 2000 was the year everyone anticipated. The year where we expected aliens to invade and cars to fly, well... we're almost there if we're being completely fair. "People sought 2012 to be the one to remember, I guess we don't really know it all.. do we?" - M
No, we don't. I honestly believe that we're the ones who decide if we want the year to be memorable or not; with our actions, our mentalities, and our decisions. Look back at 2011, starting from the beginning until today, what is it that you did that you find memorable? That step you wanted to take since forever, is it taken yet? That flaw that you always wanted to manage, is it managed yet? That friend you always wanted to resolve issues with, well.. are they resolved?
These are the questions that should be asked amongst ourselves, and in case the answer was no; that is where you decide if you want to go on and waste another year of nothing, or make a change and start over?
The media starts by making movies about how this year will be different, songs are released, and books are written. But at the end of the day, it's us who decide what changes should be done and what shouldn't be done.
For those of you who have took the step and started, GREAT! For those of you who got it wrong this year, who feel the need to curse the year for all the bad luck and all the bad decisions, why not look at in a different direction and start praising the coming year instead? We hear this all the time "New year, new you!"
I realize that my post is filled with question marks. One of the reasons behind it is that I don't want to be the person telling you what to do or what you should do. For one, I know that if someone does NOT want to do something then no one and nothing will them do it.
Just so this wouldn't turn into a cliché new year blog post, I'll end it by thanking everyone who drew a smile on my face this year, everyone who was once there for me, everyone who believed in me and supported me through my decisions. For those who were the exact opposite, I'd also like to thank you, you're the reason behind the challenges I set for myself and have successfully accomplished!
Last but not least... thank you 2011, you may take a bow!