Coming up with my word of the year is always a process that takes some time as I whittle down thoughts and ideas. This year I saw a recurring theme, areas that needed some work and it was not long before I realized that I simply need to 'knuckle down' as my Gramps used to say and get to the business of creating new habits, ones that would impact my life in positive ways.
I said I would sit down and come up with five areas that needed attention, I have generalized them for now. Each one has a story for me, a story that needs to be written down, a story that needs a bit of editing in order to make it better. Over the next few months I will try to identify some of the problem habits and why I do them before committing to replace them with better habits. Here are some of the things I came up with over a good cup of coffee!
1. Physical Health
~I started working on this one by NOT eating after 8pm, I think I did it mostly out of boredom (or loneliness) so I have started a crochet project to pick up instead of heading to the fridge...my first baby step!
2. Mental Health/Self Care
~This one requires a bit more thought as to steps that will be sustainable...I have ideas!
3. Spiritual Health
~Signed up for a morning app that I can delve into before I get out of bed...it is a start!
4. Social Interaction
~Committing to reconnecting with friends and making time to go for coffee or share a meal... I have made a few friend dates already!
5. Simple Joys
~my babies provide a lot of joy and for that I am grateful however I am hoping to add a few things that are just for me...perhaps a painting class is in my future?
Each of the above are small steps towards producing the desired effect of making positive changes and I cannot wait to see what can be accomplished as I move toward a happier and more fulfilling existence. Thanks for joining the journey
