Forget Resolutions, Live for Today
December 31, 2009
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Happy New year Lisis!
Have a wonderful, happy and healthy one!
.-= Diggy – Upgradereality.com´s last blog ..Goals, Plans & Achievements =-.
Thanks, Diggy! I’ve gotta tell you, I’m really looking forward to 2010. There’s something awesome about starting a whole new decade.
Thanks for letting me guest post, Lisis! Happy New Year to you and everyone reading!
Hey, Henri! Happy New Year to you, too!! I hope you are planning to stop by throughout the day and reply to comments. I’m sure there will be plenty of questions for you… like Gordie, here. I’ll let you address him.
(Hi, Gordie!)
Interested to learn that you were a professional poker player before, Henri. What do you think is a bigger gamble, poker or getting out of the rat race?
.-= Gordie´s last blog ..Look, Mom! My Blog’s Sprouting Pubes! =-.
That’s a hard question. I don’t think poker is a gamble if you know what you’re doing and are honest with yourself. I don’t think getting out of the rat race is a gamble when you know what you’re doing and are honest with yourself.
You know?
Lisis,
Hey, what a great guest you have here today!
Henri,
Awesome stuff! I’m drawn to what I have found too – this idea of making connections, deep and meaningful connections – from words shared through a computer. When we can really find those things that touch us deeply, our passion shines through. And that’s what really makes the connections so good, being there with others who “get it”. Here’s to a great year ahead!
.-= Lance´s last blog ..Sunday Thought For The Day =-.
Hey, Lance! I had a dream last night about a really big project, where we went out in search of bloggers from every country. We created this giant map, with links to each blogger, so we could always quickly find anyone in any particular country.
This huge network could then work together on all sorts of global projects to improve the world.
Sounds like a plan for 2010, huh?
Meaningful connections are awesome. Even though it’s words (sometimes video) through a computer it is still something that can change our lives. As long as we are authentic and passionate, the right people and circumstances will show up in our lives. That is what I believe.
Lisis, that sounds like an excellent plan for 2010. Let’s make it happen
Very cool post, Henri! This has been an awesome year for me, too, and I’m really looking forward to even greater things in 2010. Happy New Year’s, everybody!
.-= Jay Schryer´s last blog ..A Christmas Story =-.
Thanks for commenting and stopping by, Jay!
I think 2010 is going to be amazing. I have no clue why but that’s the feeling I’m getting.
Indeed, be in the now, live for the nowness!
Have a wonderful new year! 
.-= Amit Sodha – The Power Of Choice´s last blog ..For 2010 – 10 Unusual Places To Get Inspired For The New Year =-.
Hey, Amit! Thanks for being here… I hope you have an awesome 2010!!
I love the thing about Living for Today. That is the thing i carry into the “New Year”. Happy New Year to you Lisis and everyone in this community.
.-= Christopher´s last blog ..2010 – Its Ok to Intend Something =-.
Happy New Year, Christopher! I’m so glad I got to meet you just in time for you to be a part of my next decade!
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Hey Lisis! HAPPY NEW YEAR’S EVE!
Thanks for introducing us to Henri. Happy New Year’s to you too, buddy. Great post about how you’ve drastically changed your life. Not surprisingly, all it took was a little risk and a little action. It takes guts to go after what you want, instead of accepting what so many have before you. But once get the guts needed to break free of what’s holding you back, the sky’s the limit.
As a matter of fact, I’ve already taken action. Hopefully, I’ll be able to share the results of that action with confidence in the year 2010.
Henri and Lisis, take care. See you on the other side – get off the net and spend time with whom you’re closest before the NYE countdown
.-= John ´s last blog ..Not Another New Year’s Post?! =-.
Thanks for reading, John and a Happy New Year’s to you too!
It’s funny how everything seems scarier than it really is. Work through your fear and do it anyway and you’ll see that a lot of things seem to just fall in place, especially when you follow your passion and purpose in life.
Killer post, Henri! (and big thanks to Lisis for letting you post here)
Although, I must say this: we must live for today while also being conscious of the repercussions of our actions in the future. We can’t just live recklessly day-to-day and sabotage ourselves in the process by making rash decisions that are taken in the moment. But at the same time, we can’t constantly live with an eye to the future; a balance must be struck between living in the now and not screwing up our future.
.-= Brett – DareToExpress.com´s last blog ..The DareToExpress Guide to Making Goals For 2010 =-.
It’s ALL about Balance, baby!
Hey Brett!
Yup, yup, I hear you. Of course, be responsible and live in the now. That’s common sense for most people, I hope!
Now it’s time to rock 2010!
I enjoyed your thoughts on happiness and purpose. Sometimes we think when we take a job or make a career move we assume it is forever. When in fact we get what we need from it in a season.
Life is change. Each experience can help prepare us for choices that will be available as we progress through life’s journey. We certainly have the power of choice and don’t take advantage of it as we should. Many of us were raised with the idea of getting a good job and do everything you can to keep it. Or, choose a career and stick with it. It is scary to change jobs and careers as those are big things. They are the important ones and what we do for a living takes up a great deal of our time. You are correct, we should find joy there.
Take a risk and have an extraordinary 2010.
.-= Erin´s last blog ..Press On, Stay Focused, Take a Risk =-.
Thanks for reading and I’m glad my writing could help just a little bit, Erin!
Life is fluid, constantly changing and when you realize that then you can let life guide you where you should be. I have no clue where I’ll be in one year, it’s going to be a fun journey
Henri, I hope all your dreams come true in 2010. Thanks for the wise words!
.-= lena´s last blog ..Emotional Hygiene–Check Yourself =-.
I hope your dreams come true as well. Thanks for reading!
Hi Lisis and Henri,
I totally agree with all that you wrote, Henri. We are responsible for our circumstances and life can change in an instant. We are the creators of our reality and life is so much more amazing than people realize. Nothing is impossible. You just have to follow your inner voice, do what is required and everything always does fall into place!
Happy New Year to both of you! 2010 will be even more awesome!
.-= Nadia – Happy Lotus´s last blog ..The Power of Re-Invention =-.
Indeedio. It doesn’t have to be that scary either. You don’t have to quit your job, jump into a pool of darkness or any of that. Small steps work too.
Happy new year to you as well
Happy New Year to everyone! 2010 is shaping up to be a great year indeed! : )
.-= Alison | Quest for Balance´s last blog ..Forget Resolutions, Live For Today =-.
Happy New Year, Alison! 2010 will be amazing, there’s no doubt about that. Someone told me.
We must’ve been talking to the same person, then, Henri! (She told me, too!) ; ) Thanks for your guest post. It’s a great way to say “out with the old, and in with the new!”.
.-= Alison | Quest for Balance´s last blog ..Forget Resolutions, Live For Today =-.
Henri,
Good to see you popping up all over the web. Looks you’re on a guest posting blitz and it seems to be going very well so far. 2010 is going to be a big year for all of us.
Yes sir. I am going to be guest posting as much as possible. It’s both fun and profitable in many different ways. I agree that 2010 will completely rock! Thanks for reading and commenting!
.-= Henri @ Wake Up Cloud´s last blog ..Law of Attraction for Conscious People – The Series =-.
I love what you’ve said about us all having a purpose and having something to share.
That is so so important! To remember that we are connected to community, a greater worldview in which our piece of the puzzle is both necessary and perfect.
Happy New Year’s!!!!
.-= Hayden Tompkins´s last blog ..How to Rock 2010! =-.
It’s powerful to follow your purpose and we do all have something to share, in some way, shape or form. I truly believe that. Happy New Year’s to you too, Hayden!
Hi Henri. I always love reading posts like this, especially when it comes to where a person came from and how they came to be who they are right now. It’s crazy how you started out washing boxes, playing poker, then going into the blogging field.
Ultimately, I think you’re right though. If we make life more complicated than it is, than we will always be lost in a search for happiness. Living life for today, for each day, and taking it step by step will make it easier and happier for us. Hope 2010 will bring you and Lisis much joy and happiness!
.-= Hulbert´s last blog ..My 100th Post =-.
Yes life can be pretty crazy (and fun) when you let it. You can’t be happy until you’re happy, life is funny that way
.-= Henri @ Wake Up Cloud´s last blog ..The Law of Attraction Explained =-.
Happy New Year Lisis and Henri.
Great post on reflection and fully enjoying our present moments, conversations, bloggings, events, interactions.
I am happy that you are following your “what feels right” and pursuing it.
Interesting how our perspective and motivation changes as our journey takes us on different paths and now here you are with your passionate blog. Good on you Henri.
.-= Vincent Nguyen´s last blog ..How much E.F.F.O.R.T. will you put into 2010? =-.
I know I’m definitely planning to do “what feels right” this year. It may get in in trouble a time or two, but it will be well worth it in the end.
Happy New Year, Vincent!!
Hey Vincent!
Thanks a lot for the encouraging words! Magical things indeed start to happen when we follow our passion and what feels right. It may be tough to start following your passion, but once you start you realize it’s pretty awesome.
I just found your blog through the 31 Day Project at ProBlogger. It’s very inspiring!
.-= Patti´s last blog ..5 Wishes for the New Year =-.
Hi, Patti! Oh, I’m so glad you found me! You’re just in time for a very exciting year. I say that as if I knew what I had planned… I really don’t. But, whatever it is, I’m pouring my heart and soul into it.
Welcome aboard!!!
You’re right, Lisis. 2010 will be exciting and full of creative awesomeness. I just don’t know what it will be yet
.-= Henri @ Wake Up Cloud´s last blog ..The Law of Attraction Explained =-.
Wow…I am glad I found you. 2009 is about endings as well as beginnings. I find myself ending my 17 year marriage, because I have got to follow my heart. Instead of looking at it as the worst time in my life, I choose to see it as the most empowering! I am afraid, but I am excited…I am sad, but happy to know that I am doing what is right, not just for me, but for my children, and for my husband as well.
I have no resolustion for this year…except that I plan to follow my own intution…let things happen as they are intended…stop fighting my own desires…and keeping my head up! This is the beginning of a new life for me…and I am thrilled to be on this journey.
.-= Dawn´s last blog ..My Resolution~Learn to Let Love In =-.
I am glad you stopped by, Dawn! I cannot say I am going through the same thing as you, but I experience the same duality in emotions. I feel excited, yet I am still afraid. It’s part of being human I guess
Hi, Dawn! I’m so glad you have found this community as well. These are some MAJOR changes you are going through, and sometimes it helps to have others to share the ups and downs with. I can see where it would be really scary, but also extremely exciting to be looking upon a blank canvas on which you can create any life you want.
If you ever need (or want) someone to talk to… vent to, even, please email me: myquestforbalance (at) gmail (dot) com.
I wish you the very best with your new beginnings!!
Lisis, Have a great 2010!
Henry,
Great message in your post! We all should focus on what we love and the present moment…
All the best in this New Year for Lisis, Henri and the community around these excellent blogs!
Boris
All the best to you as well, Boris, and thanks for stopping by. It’s always awesome to meet new people and connect. Doing what we love is what we’re supposed to do!
Henri,
Sorry for the initial mis-spelling of your name!
Boris
.-= Boris´s last blog ..I disagree with Gandhi =-.
No worries!
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Wow, Henri! This is a great guest post! I love it! All about living in the moment!
.-= Positively Present´s last blog ..new year, same me: 6 stay-the-same resolutions =-.
Thanks a lot, Dani!
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Starting now is everything. Make some mistakes. Be just a bit afraid, or very afraid. That’s what ultimately gets you from here to there and what keeps you going.
I am working hard at facing fears and actually trying new things every day of my life and seeing how far I can go just because I can!
When life has other plans you just have to make them part of your plans. Not to be a smartypants but maybe it’s a blessing, you just don’t know yet. Enjoy your rest, you deserve it.