Hope for a Better World
As the last whispers of an eventful year wind down, reflect and make plans for the new year.
Find commonalities with others and seek common goals.
Put the needs of others in front of your own, if the greater good is served.
Strive for continuous improvement, never settling for 'good-enough'.
Be grateful for what you have, rather than pining for all you wish you had.
Be more curious than instructive, more open than judgmental.
Forgive others for their perceived transgressions, but forgive yourself first.
Embrace the uncomfortable as opportunities, the unknown as gifts.
Rise above the details and focus on the intentions and the goals.
Take pride in your own skills and talents, while also learning from all others.
Have faith that your own hope for a better world becomes contagious.
Best wishes for a peaceful, fruitful, successful new year.