Many people seem to use this time of year as an excuse to make grand and noble promises of self-improvement. While being questioned on this subject by friends, I was struck by the hypocrisy of the whole tradition. I find this ridiculous practice to be pointless in two respects.
Why do we try to deny who we are? Making unrealistic promises in a bid to obtain perfection can only lead to disappointment. While it is admirable to take steps towards self-improvement, it is utter folly to base these steps outside of reality.
But why should we need an excuse for self-improvement anyway? Every passing moment is a chance to make a redeeming effort. If we confine our quest for betterment to one occasion a year, we implicitly cause our growth to stagnate at other times. Pure intentions to seek change should come from life experience, not an arbitrary calendar date.
This year, I resolve to stop lying to myself and to forsake insincere promises and hollow attempts at improvement.
-The English Student
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