“New Year, New Me.” This is an all too familiar phrase around this time of year. It is cliché, but face it, it is still very applicable and could not be worded any better. There is never a time you should not focus on yourself, and work on making yourself a better person every day. Some people have a longer way to go than others. There will be mishaps and mistakes along the way but, that is the challenge to make yourself better.

Obstacles come in all sizes. Even if you came across one of the largest hurdles in life, you can still get over it. Hypothetically: you are arrested. How are you going to get through this?

• Take responsibility and accept your situation. This will make getting through it, easier and faster.
• Inform your inner circle of the situation.
• Post bail with a bail ...