Frankly, I am not a fan of New Year’s resolutions. Historically they have led to more disappointments than positive change.
However, when I asked Flo if she had any resolutions in mind, she challenged me for mine and I came up with one.

I would embrace some advice from my father - and add my own.

My father always said to count to 10 before saying “no” to anyone. I would add…and count to 5 before saying “yes”.

Counting to 10 before saying “no” will lead to more thought, empathy and kindness. Counting to 5 before saying “yes” will also lead to thought, and, perhaps, a bit of self awareness and control.

Empathy and kindness. Self awareness and control.

Okay. So I have my New Year’s resolution.
Happy New Year.