Resolve to...

Be open, be cool, be honest. 

That's my 2012 resolution. I'll explain what it means, give it some thought.

Be open: Life has a way of throwing things at you, especially when you're not ready. Life gives you joy? Relish in it. Life gives you hardship? Grow through it. Be open to those around you, be open to everything life throws at you, be open to all the beauty in this world.

Be cool: I don't mean cool as in popular. My best friend lives by this mantra: Cool head, warm heart. Keep a cool head about situations in your life. People love to complain, as if complaining will solve their problems. Sensor the negativity around you with a cool head. If things are bad, fix them. If people are upset, do what you can to help. But don't let all the negativity of the world get you down. There's too much out there for one person to do. Do what you can, but always remain cool. Plus, keeping a cool head allows you to think things through more clearly. Remember that.

Be honest: Of course, be honest with those around you, but more importantly, be honest with yourself. Know your strengths and your weaknesses. Know your vices and know when you're about to lose control. Be honest with yourself. Don't disillusion yourself with ideas that are false. Know who you are and where you've been. This will make things clearer as to where you are going.

Be open, be cool, be honest.

Try it.