It’s that time of the year again when we reflect on the ups and downs of the past year and begin to think of goals and accomplishments we would like to achieve in the new year.   Unfortunately, we rarely take a pause and  give ourselves credit for the many accomplishments we’ve already achieved, no matter how small or simple they might be.  When we fail to recognize our past accomplishments, we are running in a race we can never win.  How can you enjoy something that you are working hard for if you do not have the presence of mind to be grateful for all you are and all you have? [...]