It’s January First, and while my day is consumed by football (Go Packers!), Bloody Marys, and hanging out with friends and family, I did commit to January NaBloPoMo with BlogHer.

Today’s post is about resolutions.  I don’t make them.  To me, they’re sort of like giving things up for Lent.  It’s unrealistic to let a day of the year dictate what I will or won’t do.  But here are a few things that I want to focus on for 2012.

I want to spend less time on the couch, and more on the sidewalk.

I want to be more conscious of what I eat and why, and not eat out of boredom or stress.

I want to spend more time actively involved in activities that will make a real difference in ending the stigma of mental illness.  More time talking, educating, and debating, and not just blogging and tweeting.

I want to hear your stories.  In fact, I’d love for you to write a guest post here.  Email me if you’re interested.

I hope you and your families have a peaceful and prosperous 2012.  Thank you for being part of my family’s lives.  We treasure you and your support more than you know.