I’m a little late on the resolutions, but it’s an important time of change. These are resolutions that will help me move forward in my pursuit of being a Reneissance Man.
1) Keep in shape
Of course, an important part of feeling confident is keeping in shape. Although we’re used to giving many excuses for avoiding the gym, the only real problem is that we don’t have enough self-motivation to persevere through the sweat and tears (just a figure of speech – I certainly hope you’re not crying while you work out). The best way to get through it is to follow someone who does have self-motivation. And since you’re reading this blog, I know you have the Internet and you can search YouTube or download torrents of workout videos.
I just started something similar to P90x and my pecs are screaming in pain.
2) Take control of your health
It’s no secret that men avoid the doctor’s office at all costs. I know I did. We think we’re like Wolverine in the sense that even after we get injured, we will heal overtime. Some men even fear stepping foot into the doctor’s office, afraid to hear the bad news because of years of neglect. Well, there’s no better time to turn over a new leaf than the New Year and take control of your health. Book an appointment, and more importantly, go to the appointment, or else one day all the avoidance will catch up to you.
I’ve already gone to the doctor’s once. Up next: the physiotherapist.
3) Build something
This one is simple and classic. Nothing makes a man feel more manly than building something from his bare hands. And tools, of course. Find something simple (a shelf, a remote control stand), plan it, build it, and lavish in your accomplishment.
I just made the first cuts into a board of press wood for my girlfriend’s nail-polish rack.
4) Travel
This one is about educating yourself, and there is no better way to experience things like going to another country and engulfing yourself in the culture. Not only can you meet people, but you can get a new perspective (physically and mentally) and it helps to get away from it all and clear your mind.
Last year I went to Niagara Falls, Vancouver, and Alaska. This year, I’m working on the Caribbean.
5) Do something you’ve been slacking on
Let’s face it. As men, we can pretty lazy creatures and continuously push things off. I’ll do it later. Later comes. Hmm, I’ll do it in a bit. A year later. Times just got busy. No more. Take control of your life and get what you want – no excuses. Maybe it’s a gym membership, visiting an old buddy, or renewing your passport.
For me, my goal is to enroll in driving classes and if I’m on a roll, actually get my G2.
Got a great resolution to add to the Reneissance Man’s list? Drop a comment!