It’s January and all around us, the focus is on the new year and a slew of new resolutions. Personally, after the rush of year end and the holidays, I am still in recovery mode, and I spend January trying to regroup, simplify, and live with intention.

But what does this mean?

For me, it’s a daily commitment to doing only the things that are important, meaningful, and rewarding, and doing them in a way that is mindful, earnest and honest.

Over two decades ago, author, artist and teacher Mary Anne Rademacher wrote these words as she embarked upon her quest to live with intention:

“Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.”

And every January, instead of resolutions, I re-visit these words, and renew my commitment to living with intention.

Mindful. Earnest. Honest. And simple.

Happy New Year, friends.