New Year, New Approach to New Years Resolutions.
December 31st,
As you try to fit into a dress that doesn't fit and figure what to wear to the New Years Eve Party, you're probably thinking about how fast 2014 went by and about 2015.
Maybe you're thinking how it will be different, or how you will be different; and exercise, lose a few pounds, get more sleep, de-clutter and organize your work, house, life.
I know I do this every year and have varying degrees of regret and guilt that I haven't achieved more in the past 12 months. I vow this year will be better and I will exercise, lose weight, clean the house, cook from scratch, get more sleep. Same old resolutions every year.
So this year I'm thinking of taking a different approach; instead of the same old resolutions I'm going to try something new.
I'm going to commit to using my voice for good, and try to communicate in a meaningful way at least once a day.
- It might to write a letter or card to someone I know would appreciate it.
- Or a share on social media for someone who can use a helping hand.
- It might be sharing a picture of something beautiful I see just because it's beautiful and will make someone smile.
- Maybe it's to lend a stranger with car trouble my phone to call for help.
Maybe by switching my motivation for why I am doing something I will see a change in the end result. I certainly don't know if this will work, but I do know what I have been doing in the past isn't working.
I'm going to combine "communication" activities with my goals to exercise, lose weight, organize etc.
I could walk to mail the letter, or take a picture. I could organize and de-clutter items to donate to a cause I'm sharing about on social media. I could do something nice for someone else, which makes me feel good and motivated to keep going and get off my behind and achieve some of my resolutions.
This whole thing started when a friend offered to sponsor this giveaway. We are twitter friends and although I have never met him in person, I consider him to be a truly great friend. He made this offer to support my blog. Who does stuff like that?! Well if he can do this, why not me. This gesture motivated me to do something similar and give to someone else, and guess what?
WOW giving feels good!
Since my cell phone is one of the major ways in which I communicate, a giveaway for a phone seems like a perfect way to start the new year.
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| HTC Desire 320 Specs |
So my question to you is: If you win this HTC Desire 320 phone how are you going to use it and your voice for good in 2015?
Giveaway is for a Telus Prepaid HTC Desire 320. The giveaway is open to Canada and runs from December 9th - January 1st, 2015. Good Luck!
Yep, just me Cathy thinking out loud about 2015.
Note: I have not be compensated monetarily for this post. However the enormous compensation in terms of support from the friend who sponsored this giveaway is priceless. It is through his generosity I am able to provide my readers with a chance to win.
I like to share pictures and inspiring stories through social media and emails that make people happy!
ReplyDeleteI love that! I am going to try to do at least 1 share like that everyday. Good Luck
DeleteMy parents have NEVER owned a smart phone and it is far time. They really only need a prepaid plan so this would be me ringing in the New Year by teaching them and paying it forward.
ReplyDeleteIf I won the phone I would pass it on to my mom and dad. They've never had a smart phone and now they are starting to go down south for winter and I want them to be able to stay in touch with family and stay safe while traveling.
ReplyDeleteI would give this to my mother, she volunteers for a seniors organization and this would allow those seniors that need someone to talk to easier access if they really need someone to talk to. She gives out her home number but is not home a lot of the time. She is an RN and works in the emergency department so it keeps her very busy.
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to inspire people to get healthier and to post healthy tips and recipes.
ReplyDeleteI will continue to share the word that we need to take control of our health to be healthy.
ReplyDeleteI would give this phone to my mom as she needs it to stay in touch with us. At 50 she decided to go back to school and reach for the starts, she is such an inspiration and I cant wait to see what she will accomplish, If I can get a hold of her
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone and my "voice" to help promote PCOS awareness by sharing stories, info and tips on social media.
ReplyDeleteI would give this phone to my husband as his is very old and he has been stubborn about upgrading to a Smartphone. I hope to use my "voice" to help out neglected/abused animals in 2015. (Judy Cowan)
ReplyDeleteI would use it and my voice to share local charities.
ReplyDeleteI am going do both. My elderly mom inlaw has no cell phone. If this is a #win I am going to gift it to her. The good that comes from that is amazing. She lives by herself hours from her children & grandchildren. Now we all can keep intouch with her. Have her use the media apps or text to see pictures. She misses out on so much. Grateful for the chance
ReplyDeleteI would use it to spread the #PayItForward with #RandomActsOfKindness message. Thank you for this awesome giveaway , Cathy! Happy Holidays & Good luck to all.
ReplyDeleteI would give this phone to a family member and my voice would be directed at myself. "Be the best you can be"
ReplyDeleteThat is a good voice to hear! and thing to strive for.
DeleteI am and always will be an advocate for bullying, after my child is still affected many years later, it is unacceptable and intolerable behaviour that should not be condoned in any way or form in person or on social media. Now we have a primary school behind us and if I see this behaviour, I make sure the Principal is advised. I would not allow my children to treat others this way and we must prevent others at a very young age. Sorry for ranting on but it is so near and dear to my heart. Thank you Cathy for this opportunity to vent and also for a phone that would go to good use for a child in need. :)
ReplyDeleteI would give it to my husband, but my trying to do good would be being more patient with my children and hopefully that will spread.
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to stay connected to family and friends, I will also use my voice to pass on only positive stories, I'll try harder to stay clear from gossip so I don't use my voice and share it.
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to continue to bring awareness to health.My voice will speak positive vibes to all!
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Would take pictures of beautiful things & post them on Twitter to share with everyone-Linda
ReplyDeleteThis would be perfect for my mom. She's not very tech savvy but requires a phone that is good enough for text and talk. I'm hoping to use my voice to encourage more people to volunteer at their local soup kitchens and food banks.
ReplyDeleteI would give this phone to my daughter, and use my voice to keep encouraging people to donate to local shelters, foodbanks etc.
ReplyDeleteTake pictures and share them with loved ones
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this so I could take pictures and share them, also I need a phone mine is dying! Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a pretty awesome phone! I'd use my voice doing what I always do; advocating for the underdog. I use my voice to help those who have a hard time having theirs heard. I was given a loud mouth for a reason, lol!
ReplyDeleteI'm in need a new phone and would replace it with this one! I'll use my voice for good by continuing to speak out against injustices committed against marginalized groups.
ReplyDeleteI would use the phone for my son. For my voice I will continue to advocate for helping others, volunteering and supporting
ReplyDeleteI would use the phone to bring my voice & awareness to animal protection.
ReplyDeleteI would give this phone to my dad! He loves gadgets but won't purchase one for himself so this would be perfect!
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With this phone, i would pass my current phone to my daughter (who doesn't have one yet), and keep this one. In 2015, i hope to use my voice in a calmer, more relaxed manner, thus making a happier household. this will hopefully have a ripple effect, and create new opportunities for all of us for growth and enhancement.
ReplyDeleteWith this phone I would use it to keep in touch with family and voice daily words of kindness and love to each person that I speak to. Kindness has a positive effect and spreads to others.
ReplyDeleteI would use it to keep in touch with friends and fam, and am volunteering this winter
ReplyDeleteI would stay close to my family with this phone and encourage people to be more positive
ReplyDeleteI would love to give this phone to my Dad. I will be using my voice to support causes and rallies that I believe in, and to continue helping youth in my community centers.
ReplyDeleteI would give this phone to my husband. I would use my voice to lift people up and incourage them in 2015
ReplyDeleteI would keep it as I don't own a cellphone. I will use my voice to tell people how much I love them! (Suzi)
ReplyDeleteI would love to give this to my nephew. He doesn't have a phone and not just in 2015 but as of recent i have gotten involved in charity work.
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I would use this phone and my voice for good by using it to talk to friends and family that i don't get the chance to talk to on a regular basis.
ReplyDeleteI don't have a smartphone but would absolutely love one. I'd use it for calling, texting, pictures & videos.
ReplyDeleteWould give it to a member in my family that does not have one :)
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to keep in contact with friends and family. And I would use it to stay in the loop of my favourite charities and organizations. And it would help me organize my schedule which in turn would allow me to participate and be involved in community charities and events.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't use this phone, but give it to my pops so he can stay connected with the family while we're all out and about
ReplyDeleteI'd give it to my hubby, he insists he doesn't want a cell phone but I know he'll change his mind once he has one!
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I will keep in contact with my loved ones and I am doing more volunteer work
ReplyDeleteI would be able to text with my daughter across the country, I miss her and texting would help.
ReplyDeleteI would give this to my girlfriends mom as she broke her phone, and I would use my voice for good by whispering postive affirmations into my girl's ear when ever she feels like the world is on her shoulders.
ReplyDeleteI'd use it to call friends who were feeling down and let them know I cared about them...I'd keep it!
ReplyDeleteI would use the phone mostly for facebook and taking pictures. I would use my voice for good by sharing on social media charities i support
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to inspire people to believe in more positivity.. a journey I am taking myself as well.
ReplyDeleteI would give the phone to my husband. His is on the blink. And I would use my voice - and my smile - to spread cheer to those in the service industry. They need encouragement - particularly at this time of the year.
ReplyDeletei will use my voice to stand up for people being bullied, i will use the phone as a tool to keep my family safe
ReplyDeleteI would try to make at least once person smile each day by striking up a conversation!
ReplyDeleteI would donate this phone to the Jesse's at the June Callwood Centre and hope that a new mom in need could use this phone to good use and take many pics of their new bundle of joy!
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely thought I hope if you win you will share those pics and stories with me!
DeleteI use my voice to greet people when I volunteer twice a week
ReplyDeletewould use this phone to do a "good" prank and call random people and tell them to have a wonderful day and they are beautiful
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone for encouragement to keep up with my new lifestyle choice and to keep in touch with friends and family.
ReplyDeleteI would donate the phone to a women's shelter. Cell phones are an important tool to help in a abusive situation. In 2015 I'll continue to use my social media voice to raise awareness for various charities and events.
ReplyDeleteI will use it to keep up with the latest volunteer opportunities in my town.
ReplyDeleteI would give it to my son! For my voice I will continue to help others!
ReplyDeleteI would give this to my son who is in college and could really use it and I would use my voice by giving positive feedback to people who are trying to make positive changes in their lives
ReplyDeleteI would keep this phone for myself,cause I think I am the only person that does not own a cell phone.haha..I would use my voice to talk to people when they are feeling down and try to make them happy :)
ReplyDeletei would give it to my dad and I planning to do more volunteer work
ReplyDeleteI would give this to my dad who has never owned a smartphone, this would also be great for him to take pictures with
ReplyDeleteThis phone would be for my daughter to contact us in emergencies. Our son already has a phone and he's turning 11. She's 8 but this would be great for her since we couldnt trust her with a plan yet at that age.
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to promote our local shelter as my hubby and I both volunteer there.
ReplyDeleteI would give to my Friend who is without a phone, I will continue to use my voice for the good in 2015 spreading the word on parental alienation. Children FIRST!
ReplyDeleteI would use this phone to post interesting and inspirational stories on social media. I will use my voice to have good conversations with everyone
ReplyDeleteI am going to use this phone to keep in touch by voice and text with my daughter who is away at university. Keeping things positive is what we need to use the voice for.
ReplyDeleteIf I won I'd use this phone for good by giving it to my niece to put a huge smile on her face. And I'd use my voice for good by keeping in touch with friends and family (like my niece!!) They're the most important people in my life, but sometimes I forget to let them know that. Sometimes I'm shocked by how long it's been since I've spoken to some of them and then i'm all kinds of disappointed in myself. You never know how far asking someone how their days been and improving relationships should start with the people closest to you! Thanks for the chance and Happy Holidays!!
ReplyDeleteI would use the phone to volunteer in the community.
ReplyDeletei would take pictures, and talk to my son who lives away
ReplyDeleteI would take lots of pictures and use them to keep my family updated on them growing and hold on to the memories.
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