【講師コラム】エセル講師No.12～What is My New Year Resolution? ～

New beginnings and fresh starts are welcomed by the start of a new year. It motivates people to look forward to the New Year.
People typically make New Year resolutions, which are goals or changes they aim to make in the next year. It provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to start the year off right.
However, more often than not, people fail or fall short of their goals. I discovered that only around 12% of those who set New Year’s resolutions feel successful in attaining their goals, according to one survey. And, despite the many tips to beat the odds of keeping it, many have abandoned their resolution and reverted to old habits.

Nonetheless, this reality has not deterred me from pursuing my objectives. Furthermore, it has inspired me to seek a higher purpose in life. The procedure is not simple. But if I succeed, it will add meaning to my existence.

I’ve recognized that every day is an opportune moment to be good. And if we could keep doing that, we might be able to perfect our resolves. I learned this strategy from the Bible, and as a Christian, I must look to Jesus Christ for direction on how to deal with the difficulties we deal with every day.

As an example, Jesus taught that we should not revenge evil for evil, that we should do what is respectable in the eyes of everyone and that we should try to live peacefully with all. This teaching struck me since I once had a heated argument with my neighbor, who is a tough person. I regret that day because I realized I could have gained him if I hadn’t used harsh comments. Furthermore, I should have paid him respect because he is elderly.

Although it is commonly known that the New Year inspires hope and positive change, I believe it is more realistic to take one step toward perfection each day. My aim may not be simple to reach, but worthwhile endeavors are rarely simple.