Quote by Arthur Smith

I've noticed that my resolutions involve me not doing stuff that I wasn't going to do anyway so here's something more positive. I'm going to retrain as a Latin teacher in a provincial public school.

I've noticed that my resolutions involve me not doing stuff

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This quote suggests the author's observation regarding their New Year resolutions. They have noticed a pattern where their resolutions often involve avoiding tasks or behaviors that they were already disinclined to do. To challenge this negativity, the author decides to take a positive step and embark on a career change. They express their intention to pursue retraining as a Latin teacher in a provincial public school, emphasizing a proactive and fulfilling resolution.

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