There is someting about a fresh start that is so appealing isn't there? Even as a child I remember that feeling of a new school year, fresh with new clothes, new books, sharpened pencils, unused erasers. As an adult this same sense of eager anticipation sprung up in university, when I started new jobs or moved to new places. Of course the start of a brand new calendar year is no exception. But these feelings of excitement can be mixed with fear of what challenges the year might bring. Or doubt about our own ability to meet our goals, however big or small. So here are a few thoughts on how to grapple with the feelings that accompany new goals and new beginnings.
