Proper planning can help you find success; it's the promise you make to yourself that you’re going to put in the time and effort to achieve your goals.

The new year is a chance for us to stop using the past as a scapegoat, be more actively optimistic, and love more.

In my pursuit to rebuild self-worth, I’m working on being less critical of myself, to be a little bolder, and to fear failure less.

As long as I’m continually seeking out success, to always try to perfect the recipe of life, I think I’ll be okay.