2009 New Year Resolutions

Food/Health Related

1) I commit to not succumb to impulsive, mood-related and peer pressure eating (e.g. sweets, chocolates, pakain, pansit, starbucks coffee)

2) I commit to stay on a phase 1/2 Soutbeach diet (good carbs, protein, veggies, dairy)

3) I commit to exercise regularly - which means going to the gym at least 2x a week. In cases when going to the gym is not possible, I commit to do Winsor Pilates in my room at home

4) I commit to lose at least 5lbs every month (ideally 8lbs)


Expense / Money Related

5) I commit not to purchase things that I cannot afford to pay immediately using my credit card.

6) I commit to substitute expensive coffee (e.g. Starbucks/ Coffee Bean) with cheaper alternatives

7) I commit to stick with the monthly budget that I have planned for expenses

8) I commit to save money on a staggered basis for future expenses


Behavior/Habit Related

9) I commit to be more conscious of my thoughts, actions and reactions

10) I commit to be more patient and not lose sight of the goal in exchange for temporary 'here and now' comforts

11) I commit to listen attentively during class time

12) I commit to sleep early and not get addicted surfing the internet / watching television series