I think this was the first New Year’s Day where my mind isn’t full of things I w

I think this was the first New Year’s Day where my mind isn’t full of things I want to do differently. 2015 was a tough year in every way, but it was also an important and honest one. So instead of trying to quick-fix imaginary problems and pretend like an arbitrary resolution is the answer to anything, I’m just recommitting to continue doing all the hard, exhausting things that made me grow in 2015. Keep kicking ass in school because there’s no point in paying for anything other than straight A’s. Keep managing all the weird money pits and confusing responsibilities of adulting. Keep training at the Cellar because it’s incredibly rewarding to see my body and brain work together in ways that I never thought were possible for me. Keep getting smarter, faster, stronger, and happier. And maybe take more naps.

The first two days found me in a deeply restorative Yin yoga class and the first BJJ team session of the year. I hope that the beginning of my 2016 will carry through to every day that follows.