New Year's Resolutions: Staying Focused and Determined

I started this year with a deceleration because I don’t want to begin with a strong start only to struggle to finish. I told myself that I would take this year one day at a time, and that when the time comes, my direction will become clear. So far, so good. Within the first week of this year, I have been able to align my thoughts and plan for the foreseeable future. At the moment, I am focusing on two things: my business (Catfish Hatching) and the gym.

The Gym: But Why?

Earlier last year, I began going to the gym, and I got the hang of things. I managed to find a balance between work, gym, and rest, but trust me, it was not easy, and sometimes everything felt unbalanced. I plan to resume my gym routine because, as I mentioned earlier, I need to first arrange the dominos in my life, and hopefully, by God’s grace, everything will fall into place.

Before I resume the gym, I want to ensure that I am mentally and physically ready. You might ask how being mentally ready relates to the gym. Well, the answer is that mental focus and determination are crucial. In the gym, if you're afraid of a weight, your body will become hesitant, but if you believe you can lift it, you will eventually succeed.

One of the key factors that made my transition to the gym smooth was having an accountability partner. Even with determination, consistency can be hard, and only your accountability partner can help ensure you stay on track. Therefore, once I am ready to hit the gym, I will inform my accountability partner. In the meantime, I am doing some basic indoor exercises to prevent my muscles from losing form.

My Business (Catfish Hatching)

This is my second focus for this year, and it is also one of the reasons delaying my return to the gym, because I am currently working to ensure everything is set. I started this business last August, and since then, I have been looking for ways to expand it. It has not been easy, as I am new to this field and still trying to find my footing.

Every day, and sometimes every week, I encounter challenges that require immediate solutions in some cases, while others can be addressed later. In my business, I also have an accountability partner who is another catfish farmer. This has helped me significantly, as I can reach out to him for guidance, and we often plan together, as we are both in the process of building structures to sustain our businesses

In Conclusion

Looking at my two focuses, I understand the importance of having an accountability partner to remain focused and consistent this year, both with my business and the gym. Additionally, I am preparing myself mentally for whatever life may throw my way, and I plan to carefully utilize every opportunity that arises this year.