So instead of setting the big goals that often overwhelm and discourage many, even setting us up for early failure, why not make small, meaningful commitments that will affect our lives and those we love with a different perspective. After all, how many times have we been told that it's the little things in life that really count. I actually believe that; not that longterm goals don't have an important place in our lives, too. But often times this whole New Year's goal setting thing can become a bit of a burdensome tradition that personally, I'd rather ignore. I think perhaps that's why this little encouragement from Mormon.org appeals to me so much, and I find so inviting.

In fact, so much so that I'm kind of excited about all the little possibilities for its application in my own life in 2013. How refreshing to be looking at setting goals, or not, without feeling defeated before I even get started. I think the difference is in looking at incorporating versus destinations or reaching specific accomplishments; or making it whatever you want it to be!