Something new

By modern standards, we are at the beginning of a new year.  But really, this calendar standard is arbitrary.  According to the Orthodox calendar, the new year begins on September 1. But this too is arbitrary. 
The usefulness of a calendar is in its provision of a reference point.  We often use this as a means to begin something new.  Sadly, most new year resolutions fail quite quickly.  Part of this problem is from trying to accomplish too much.  Talk to your priest and try to grow a little bit this year.