I don't think I made any New Year's resolutions last year, and I'm not entirely sure I want to this year either. January is such a delightful time to start something new - not drinking, running outside, exercise generally, eating less; even thought it's technically the beginning of the year, everyone knows that life begins in September with the new school year.
So I won't be making any resolutions per se, but will be applying this "philosophy" to myself. For those who can't be bothered to follow links, basically, setting goals is unrealistic, and leads to heartache and pain. Far rather work on the process that leads to the goal - so if you want to lose weight, you need to eat less and move more. Your process then is to move more and to watch the calories, and the result will be that you will lose weight without trying.
Apparently. I'm a bit skeptical, but as my mind is as open as the Nursery doors, I am prepared to give it a try. So with that in mind, and with this in mind as well, this is roughly what I want to do this year.
1. Move - I run around all day, I am on my feet a lot, but it's not enough. I have to do that Shred again, and I have to move enough to get out of breath every day.
2. Make - I know I do a lot of creative things. I love it. So why not do more of it?
3. Tidy - I've sorted out a lot of stuff recently, binned some, sent a lot to charity shops, but there's always more cluttering up our home and lives.
4. Groom - I have a lot of make-up, lots of nice clothes, some gorgeous shoes, some lovely jewellery. So no more slobbing around in the GirlGuiding hoodie. Exceptions to the rule - when hungover. Or tired. Or in a mood.
5. Reflect - the children are growing up, and I don't want to miss this. I want to allow more time without screens and things in the way, just to enjoy being around them. Then, when they're in bed, write it all down, so I can look back at it later, and they can cringe over their super-embarrassing share-ent.
I don't believe in radical life changes; they don't work in the long-term, but this seems, well, do-able. Let's see.
So I won't be making any resolutions per se, but will be applying this "philosophy" to myself. For those who can't be bothered to follow links, basically, setting goals is unrealistic, and leads to heartache and pain. Far rather work on the process that leads to the goal - so if you want to lose weight, you need to eat less and move more. Your process then is to move more and to watch the calories, and the result will be that you will lose weight without trying.
Apparently. I'm a bit skeptical, but as my mind is as open as the Nursery doors, I am prepared to give it a try. So with that in mind, and with this in mind as well, this is roughly what I want to do this year.
1. Move - I run around all day, I am on my feet a lot, but it's not enough. I have to do that Shred again, and I have to move enough to get out of breath every day.
2. Make - I know I do a lot of creative things. I love it. So why not do more of it?
3. Tidy - I've sorted out a lot of stuff recently, binned some, sent a lot to charity shops, but there's always more cluttering up our home and lives.
4. Groom - I have a lot of make-up, lots of nice clothes, some gorgeous shoes, some lovely jewellery. So no more slobbing around in the GirlGuiding hoodie. Exceptions to the rule - when hungover. Or tired. Or in a mood.
5. Reflect - the children are growing up, and I don't want to miss this. I want to allow more time without screens and things in the way, just to enjoy being around them. Then, when they're in bed, write it all down, so I can look back at it later, and they can cringe over their super-embarrassing share-ent.
I don't believe in radical life changes; they don't work in the long-term, but this seems, well, do-able. Let's see.
Great post--and I agree! If I set too many goals I fail miserably but to look at it from the process point of view is brilliant. I really like your #4 and #5--enjoy those girls ----the passing years will only pick up speed as they continue to grow older and more independent. Ask me how I know....(my baby turned 18 this year...HOW did that happen)....
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year wishes sent to you--
xoxoox
My babies are still 5 and 3, and are already so very independent; it's really quite depressing. Can't imagine what they'll be like as teenagers!
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