- Establishing some consistent sense of normalcy, depending on how we now define it. For some this might be a return to the rat race. But for many others it could be a work and lifestyle where pumping the breaks when needed is acceptable. Maybe even encouraged.
- Spending more time with family and friends is sure to be on everyone's list. No more postponing vacations, because we have too much going on.
- Realizing that someday is not a day of the week and finally going back to school; making that career change;, or relocating to the place we've been dreaming about.
Here's a suggestion for another one: let's all try to be a little less snarky.
These last 12 months have tried our collective patience and not always brought out the best. Our cynical side has emerged in ways that have probably surprised many of us.
We've become quick to criticize. Cast doubt. Throw shade. Question motives.
Not that it hasn't been deserved in many cases. But it seems that now our initial reaction is to look for the negative. Try to find the hidden motive. Minor transgressions or unintended misstatements become major controversies.
If we've learned anything this year, it's that nothing is guaranteed. Things can change in an instant. And not always for the better. Just recall what you were looking forward to a year ago and compare it to how 2020 played out.
Fortunately, it appears that in spite of our collective selves, we're turning the corner. It's safe to say that our national sense of individual independence made a bad situation even worse.
So for whatever it's worth, my hope is that in the new year we can all be a little more patient. A little more trusting. A little more willing to go the extra mile for someone else.
...and hopefully 2021 will be better.
