There's only one habit that's truly hard to give up. That's breathing. And anyway, that's the last thing you want to do! So, as long as you are still alive, what can you let go of? What would your world be better without? It may not be new year but it is still a most appropriate time to make a resolution, especially if you want to turn this into a reality. That will require you to embrace change with enthusiasm. The future is willing to be different for you but are you willing for the different future?

 Dare you be optimistic? Haven't you seen the news? Haven't you listened to the experts? Haven't you seen the inauspicious omens? Most folk seem to think there's little reason now, for any of us to feel upbeat. There are so many tensions, conflicts, reasons to worry and problems that may never be solved. So why should we feel safe? But then, life itself is prone to sudden change. And it's still something to be deeply glad of. Fill your life now, with hope not fear. Stability you may never have. But joy is always on offer.