Jamaica Gleaner

New beginnings

- Chanel Spence YOUTHLINK WRITER

CONGRATULA­TIONS ON making it through 2016! Despite the obstacles, you overcame it all and have stepped into a new season. Are there things you need to do differentl­y this year? Let’s find out!

1) Did you accomplish much in 2016? (a) Yes. (b) No. (c) In some areas.

2) Which would you say was a greater challenge? (a) Staying focused. (b) Being confident. (c) Not having a clear vision.

3) What was your biggest distractio­n? (a) School. (b) My struggles. (c) My friends.

4) How would you rate your goals for this year? (a) 10 out of 10. (b) 3 out of 10.

(c) 7 out of 10.

5) Are you a consistent individual? (a) Yes. (b) At times. (c) No.

6) At this point, what’s your mindset like? (a) I want to be more effective. (b) I want to rise above my current standard of living. (c) I want to just be carefree.

7) What do you want to see a positive difference in this year? (a) My productivi­ty level. (b) My ability to be different. (c) A change in my behaviour.

MOSTLY As: BE ORGANISED

Having a hectic life can lead to many distortion­s, and it is vital for someone like you to be organised. Be patient in your activities and do them with excellence. That way, you will not get lost in the rush of things.

MOSTLY Bs: CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIV­E

Despite your circumstan­ces, you should be confident in your goals and abilities. Aim for what you want this year and never doubt the power you have. You control your future, so take charge and stop limiting yourself.

MOSTLY Cs: CHARACTER ADJUSTMENT­S

Many things may change for you this year. Whether in your personal or school life, you need to make your character flexible to those adjustment­s. So, keep your character in check, fix what must be fixed, and be mature.

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