For students, the end of one semester and anticipation about the next bring highs and lows. Anxiety becomes compounded this time of year. This is an opportune moment to remind the students and children in our lives that no matter the circumstances beyond our control, we remain in charge of two things: our focus and how we treat other people. In that regard, I shared with my children and students these five resolutions to consider for the new semester and the New Year.

1. Resolve to know your worth.

Comparison is self-sabotage. If you compare yourself to others you will become arrogant or insecure. Do not do that. Pay less attention to social media and more attention to finding out how your aptitudes can meet the world’s needs. Try to keep your ego out of your efforts. You are achieving for something greater and mightier than just you. No matter the context, you are working to be an instrument of justice and mercy. You are striving for all of the people who sacrificed and struggled so that you could be here right now. Whether in body or spirit, they are cheering you on.

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