I wish you success with your resolution @boxcarblue!
I think you are very wise to have revisited why you didn't succeed in previous attempts; I would recommend that to anyone who's looking to achieve something. Too often we set goals without looking at our deeper "resistance" and then we just end up disappointed.
Sharing our intent in a "public" forum like this one can also be an excellent motivational tool. Whether we like to admit it or not, most people are motivated by wanting to impress our friends.
Bright Blessings to you!
That’s an interesting point, not looking at our deeper inner resistance. I’ll have to explore that a bit through writing. Thanks!