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<\/a><\/p>\nCanadian resolutioners will be pursuing a goal, or kicking a bad habit in one of the coldest, darkest months of the year.\u00a0Training early might be a good plan.<\/p>\n
Some Canadians believe we go into a form of hibernation during our chilly winters. That doesn\u2019t exactly set the foundation for motivation.<\/p>\n
Experts say it takes 90 days to establish a habit. October would be a good time to start prepping for next year\u2019s goals.<\/p>\n
Before you remind me it\u2019s December, don\u2019t dismay. You can still set the stage for success.<\/p>\n
What advice can an Artist offer who has never made a New Year\u2019s resolution?<\/p>\n 1. Research<\/strong>. Gather documentation and set a game plan.Wish to expand your creative reach? What tools\/training do you need? What gym will you join? Which programs will you sign up for? Looking for a job or location change? Is your your resume current?<\/p>\n 2. Establish routine<\/strong>. How will this change affect your routine? Visualizing life goals in detail sows the seed for change.<\/p>\n 3. Test run<\/strong>. Wean off an unhealthy snack. Try a free trial at the gym, an afternoon workshop of your desired instructional course. Can you see yourself attending on a regular basis?<\/p>\n 4. Consult experts<\/strong>. Nutritionist, creative coach, volunteer coordinator, book editor, personal trainer, Doctor, etc. What do they suggest to make your goal possible? Can they be an active part of your plan? Ex: a creative coach may help with one aspect of your business you wish to grow: a Doctor may order a physical before suggesting fitness\/weight loss ideas.<\/p>\n Equipped with a researched plan, expert advice, and testing the waters, you set a path to success for the winds of change.<\/p>\n You may even avoid hibernation all together. :0)<\/p>\n ~<\/p>\n Wonder why I have never made a New Year\u2019s resolution? I believe Opportunity for growth (change) exists daily. Read here http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/renewal\/<\/a><\/p>\n One of my most popular posts ever among readers is on the topic of New Year\u2019s resolutions. Read here.\u00a0http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/intention\/<\/a><\/p>\n P.S on a poetic note: Robert Genn relays a reader passage in \u201cLetters\u201d on the topic of Resolutions (pg 317)<\/p>\n \u201cI will follow the internal river that roars in my ears and flows, sometimes not noticed, past my psyche of what I \u201cshould\u201d paint for sales. I\u2019ll step into the river. I\u2019ll trust that the weight of what I have to say will remain buoyant and that the river will take me where I need to go.\u201d<\/p>\n Wind of change- music<\/a><\/p>\n New Work:<\/p>\n \u201cSunrise Reflection\u201d<\/strong> 11×14 oil on canvas ( now complete)<\/p>\n \u201cMist\u201d ( island)<\/strong> 11×14 oil on canvas<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Do you make New Year\u2019s Resolutions?\u00a0How is training going? Canadian resolutioners will be pursuing a goal, or kicking a bad habit in one of the coldest, darkest months of the year.\u00a0Training early might be a good plan. Some Canadians believe … Continue reading ![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/DSC01060-300x247.jpg\")
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