You have said that beautifully:

This year has been very good, compared to the previous ones, and I am sure that 2018 will be better, because I decide so, because I choose it. My respect and self-respect will continue to be strengthened by the only person who can do it: Me, and I claim for myself all the good and wonder that life can offer me.

Les deseo un Feliz y Venturoso 2018!!