New Years Resolutions 2023

[urban.spaceman]

My dad's best friend of 65 years, basically my uncle, died quite suddenly at the start of the month, and has left us all so devastated. He'd had an agreement with my dad for decades that whichever one of them died first would have their ashes carried up Kinder Scout in the Peak District. So my main task next year is to shift 5 stone as quickly as possible so that I'm capable of doing it, so I'll be going back to my PT and doing my best to make it up Kinder to pay my respects. 

 

Otherwise... I've got 3 solid feature screenplay ideas ready to go, with one I want to start writing in January that I'm really excited about writing. At least 3 short script ideas too, that I'll be doing my hardest to get made and start getting my screenwriting career off the ground. There's already a couple of short film funding competitions that I'm ready to submit to.

 

Perhaps most important to me though, and something that will help with the other two things, is, I really ****ing need a holiday. I'm going to do a couple of 'respites' in January - an irregular weekend job that pays reasonably well - that I'll be using to fund an emergency holiday. Maybe a cruise, as it would involve a lot of moving around while staying in the same place which would give me time to write and find the peace in travelling that I've always loved.

 

Otherwise, I'd love to go to another big gig next year if I can afford it. I saw Green Day in London in June and had an amazing time.

 

 

Edited 28 December 2022 by urban.spaceman

[Bordersfox]

1 minute ago, filthyfox said:

I have a bottle of Captain Wes Morgan of you want it for £200.

Very kind but there is currently an unsold bottle on eBay for £25 + 8 packaging and yet, and yet I think I'll spend my money elsewhere 🤭

[grobyfox1990]

9 minutes ago, Bordersfox said:

Whisky in the bath, like your style. 

 

I was lucky enough to be gifted a Nikka Taketsuru pure malt 17.  That was sublime but all gone now.  I'm not a hoarder or collector, it's there to be drunk.   

 

Have you tried any of the Kavalan stuff?  Taiwanese distillery.  The soloist stuff is delicious but pricey.  But even some of the less expensive stuff like the ex bourbon cask is great.  Real tropical fruit vibes.  

 

The price of whisky has become ridiculous over the past few years.  I've started experimenting with rums now as they aren't so outrageous! 

You sir are the real deal! Googled the pure malt 17, you’re very lucky. Also googled the Kavalan distillery and subsequently the Taiwanese section of master of malt. Will be ordering something from that range tomorrow. Cheers for the tip 

[Bordersfox]

1 minute ago, grobyfox1990 said:

You sir are the real deal! Googled the pure malt 17, you’re very lucky. Also googled the Kavalan distillery and subsequently the Taiwanese section of master of malt. Will be ordering something from that range tomorrow. Cheers for the tip 

No bother.  Hope you enjoy it, great distillery and a bit different. 

[grobyfox1990]

12 minutes ago, filthyfox said:

Weymouth has 2, a short stagger away from each other.

Then Dorchester has one, and Bridport another.

 

I can say they are really destination pubs though, especially not with the beautiful and unique pubs we have down here.

I know, William Henry and the Swan. Ticking off those two pubs aswell as Weymouth fc is a good shout for being on my 2023 list. 

[Asha]

6 hours ago, filthyfox said:

Go on... whats yours, and what do you think of mine (bear in mind I weigh 125kg, and am 40 years old, and just a tad inactive, suffering with depression)

 

 

***NEW YEARS GOALS***
3,000,000 steps in 2023 (previous year approx 2,200,000 steps)

 

Break daily step record of 18,120 (23/9/2022)

Break weekly step record of 62100 (Aug 2022)

 

1 hour per week beach cleaning

 

Dry periods between Jan 4th and Feb 10th inclusive and the month of October

 

I have a feeling this is going to be.... emotional

 

Think you'll smash those.

 

I like how you've pre-decided the dates, I think we need parameters, but when it gets to February 11th see if you can stretch it one more day, and then one more day, and then one more day. I've often found I successfully complete those dry periods and then go fvcking balls deep again, relentlessly, as soon as the period is over. Usually drinking more than I was before. And in that case, am I really better for abstaining? Just one more day.

 

With the step goals, rather than focusing on 3,000,000 in 2023, focus on 8,300 a day, every day. 

 

This is one of my favourite topics and I know from experience how fragile NY resolutions can be, but I adore that desire in any of us to make positive changes. And the hope and belief that we can follow through on them! I've got too many goals / resolutions to list (they're nicely laid out on Excel) but the main mantra is about eliminating the bad shit this year - max 1 alcohol drink a week, max 1 fast food a week (I usually hit McDonalds at least 5 times/week), and see if I can go the whole distance without porn or stupid mobile phone games which have fvcked my productivity up no end over the years. I think the best substitute is going to be exercise - so gym, running, cycling plans are all set up and ready to go. 

 

And maybe I'll try a little less shitposting in the Formula 1 thread.

 

[ozleicester]

3 hours ago, Samilktray said:

Gonna try and read 1 book a month for the year. Any recommendations welcome 

There is a what are you reading thread here... may be of some use
 

 

[Jattdogg]

Lose weight, be healthier and learn some new tech skills

[fox_favourite]

My New Years Resolution is one I am determined to stick to…

 

For next year I don’t want my job to take over my life. Life is not worth it. This year I was working long hours, constantly thinking about work and never able to switch off as I was always so stressed and hardly had any time off.  Family life was affected as I was always too tired to do simple stuff with the kids, see other family etc…

Edited 29 December 2022 by fox_favourite

[filthyfox]

6 hours ago, grobyfox1990 said:

I know, William Henry and the Swan. Ticking off those two pubs aswell as Weymouth fc is a good shout for being on my 2023 list. 

Dorchester Town FC is so close by...  along with the Royal Oak.   Who knows, you might be able to get a "Derby".

[filthyfox]

2 hours ago, Jattdogg said:

Lose weight, be healthier and learn some new tech skills

Your goals are not specific enough, young padowan!   

Focus on the HOW (to lose weight etc), not just the end result.

Effectively, we have the same goals!

[Manley Farrington-Brown]

29 minutes ago, fox_favourite said:

My New Years Resolution is one I am determined to stick to…

 

For next year I don’t want my job to take over my life. Life is not worth it. This year I was working long hours, constantly thinking about work and never able to switch off as I was always so stressed and hardly had any time off.  Family life was affected as I was always too tired to do simple stuff with the kids, see other family etc…

Good luck, this is an excellent aim.

As they say, nobody lies on their deathbed saying "I wish I'd spent more time at work."

[Raj]

Anyone over the age of 20 who still makes NY resolutions needs to evaluate their lives!.

Not being harsh, but if you've not done it in the last year, odds are any resolutions you make wont last into March!

 

Edited 29 December 2022 by Raj

[ithuriel]

Well, one is easy, less takeaways since there are literally less takeaways 

[Nick]

38 minutes ago, Raj said:

A tone over the age of 20 who still makes NY resolutions needs to evaluate their lives!.

Nit being g harsh, but if you e not done it in the last year, odds are any resolutions you make wont last into March!

 

And in other breaking news: Raj is a miserable old git.

[chrishlcfc]

•Trying to change the most negative mentality in the world.
•Pass my driving test

•Be able to talk to girls without being genuinely scared

•Get and hold down a full time job

•To try and enjoy life rather than endure it

•Lose some weight 

 

Thats just a small part of my list to be honest. 

 

 

[Manley Farrington-Brown]

1 hour ago, Raj said:

Anyone over the age of 20 who still makes NY resolutions needs to evaluate their lives!.

Evaluating their lives is exactly what they're doing, and deciding there are things they'd like to change.

[Raj]

3 minutes ago, Manley Farrington-Brown said:

Evaluating their lives is exactly what they're doing, and deciding there are things they'd like to change.

Why does it take people til 1st of Jan to do it?

If you know something  needs changing do it when you realise.

Anyway I don't need anyone else giving me a lecture on it and stating the bloomin obvious!

Goid luck with everyone making NYR, hope they work and you dont try the same the year after!!!

Edited 29 December 2022 by Raj

[VLC86]

I guess I’m pretty content overall but just the usual stuff- get fitter, save more cash (RIP Football shirts, still a few days left to stock up), get a new job etc etc.

 

Might try not to get too angry at Brendan as well but that could be setting the bar a little bit higher than I want.

[Nick]

14 minutes ago, Raj said:

Why does it take people til 1st of Jan to do it?

If you know something  needs changing do it when you realise.

Anyway I don't need anyone else giving me a lecture on it and stating the bloomin obvious!

Goid luck with everyone making NYR, hope they work and you dont try the same the year after!!!

NOBODY TAKES A BREAK FROM ALCOHOL IN DECEMBER RAJ! 

Edited 29 December 2022 by Nick

[Manley Farrington-Brown]

22 minutes ago, Raj said:

Anyway I don't need anyone else giving me a lecture on it and stating the bloomin obvious

Don't you? Just because you don't want it, doesn't mean you don't need it.

[Free Falling Foxes]

Can I suggest adding a wish to do something for others as a new year target?

It could be volunteering with groups or as an individual.

It can be helping other folk or the environment.

There are loads of such opportunities out there that not only help society generally but really do give you a boost too.

Finally, become a blood donor. After most of my life donating, medical reasons mean I can no longer do so. If I can just get at least one other to take my place.......

[TJQuik]

Give up vaping and spending less money on pointless shite

[Hollism]

Drink more, smoke less.

[Raj]

1 hour ago, Manley Farrington-Brown said:

Don't you? Just because you don't want it, doesn't mean you don't need it.

No I Really DON'T need it.

Happy new year.