How is everyone's 2010 going so far?
Ok, so what were everyone's resolutions? And how are you doing with them?
Now that the month has calmed down a little bit and we're all starting to settle back into our routines, let me take a minute to encourage you.
At the end of 2009 you probalby spent some time reflecting on where you were (then) and where you want to be at the end of 2010. You made some resolutions you knew you wouldn't keep at all, and you made resolutions you knew you should keep...and probalby could if you tried. (How do I know this? Duh! 'Cause that's what I did.) So, this is our opportunity. It takes 3 weeks to make a habit. You're already starting your new routines, whether you know it or not, so I encourage you to pick 2 of your resolutions and tackle them! Start with 2. It may seem like that's too small, but 2 resolutions finished is better than 5 attempted but not finished...
So what are your resolutions? Think about them, and plan for a way to start them in practical ways. I'm pretty bad at not following through with resolutions, but I want to change this year. So here is some of my "to do" for now:
Resolution #1 - Read more books in 2010.
Plan? One night a week is designated as a NO TV night. Not for my roommate, not for the whole house, just for me. And that's not "night to hang out with friends" night either. It's one night, after work, where I can go home, do things I need to do, and spend an hour or two (maybe?) in my room (NOT guilting my roommate for her watching TV, being whiny that I can't) and reading a good book. Not too overwhelming, not hardcare. Just something simple that I can implement into my busy schedule.
Resolution #2 - Shed some pounds in 2010.
Plan? This one is much easier written than performed. Because it is so hard for me, my first step (remember you can 'add to' and modify your resolution plans) will be fairly simple. It is to start a food diary. Write down every thing I eat throughout the day, including calories, protein, and fiber.
So not bad, huh? So pick a resolution, map out a (simple!) plan, and start step 1 of it today!
Happy January, everyone!
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