An ending and a beginning

Close:
Regrets
Burdens
Broken relationships
Excessive idleness
Rebelliousness
Lukewarmness
Overspending
Guilt/self-condemnation
Making decisions based on feelings
Impatience
Holding onto the temporary
Near-sightedness
Being rash
Self above God/others

Open:
Renewed willpower
Ambition
Leaning on Him
Seeking His will
Obedience
Realized goals
Diligence
Thankfulness/gratefulness
Kingdom-mindedness (is there such a word?)
Increased capacity to love
Forgiveness
Compassion
Doing what I know I have to do
Pray, pray, pray!